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March 24, 2026
盖章(蓋章)gàizhāng(gai4zhang1)
盖章 (gài zhāng) refers to the act of affixing a seal or stamp to a document, which signifies approval or authenticity. It is commonly used in formal contexts, such as in legal, governmental, or business documents, to indicate that a document has been officially endorsed or validated.
Frequency#23169DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the act of stamping documents is deeply rooted in the bureaucratic system, where seals symbolize authority and legitimacy, often carrying more weight than signatures in business and governance.
Memory Tip
Imagine a large stamp with the character 盖 (gài) on it, which looks like a roof covering something important. The sound 'gài' can remind you of 'guy' who is stamping down with authority, sealing the deal with a loud 'thud!'
Meanings of 盖章
gàizhāng(gai4zhang1)
1to affix a seal (to sth)
2to affix a seal
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About 盖章
盖章Simplified
蓋章Traditional
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人名míngcíproper noun (pr.n.)Part of Speech
#23169Frequency Rank
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盖印 (gài yìn) — use 盖章 for official document endorsement, while 盖印 is more general and can refer to stamping without formal approval.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a large stamp with the character 盖 (gài) on it, which looks like a roof covering something important. The sound 'gài' can remind you of 'guy' who is stamping down with authority, sealing the deal with a loud 'thud!'
Usage Notes
Be cautious with the tone; 盖 (gài) is the fourth tone and can be confused with other similar-sounding words. It is often used in formal contexts, so avoid using it in casual conversations. Common collocations include 盖章文件 (gài zhāng wénjiàn) meaning 'stamped document'.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 盖章 connects with other legal and formal vocabulary at this level. Students should focus on understanding its applications in official contexts and practice its usage in sentences to gain fluency.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the act of stamping documents is deeply rooted in the bureaucratic system, where seals symbolize authority and legitimacy, often carrying more weight than signatures in business and governance.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 盖 (gài) with other similar characters, leading to pronunciation errors. For instance, saying 'gāi' instead of 'gài' changes the meaning entirely. Always practice the correct tones to avoid miscommunication.
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Cultural Notes for 盖章
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In Chinese culture, the act of stamping documents is deeply rooted in the bureaucratic system, where seals symbolize authority and legitimacy, often carrying more weight than signatures in business and governance.
Frequently Asked Questions about 盖章
盖章 (gài zhāng) refers to stamping a document with a seal, while 签名 (qiān míng) means signing one's name. The former is often seen as more authoritative.
Typically, 盖章 is used in formal contexts, such as business or legal documents, and is not suitable for informal conversations.
Not all documents require a seal, but many legal and governmental documents do, as it signifies formal approval.
