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真挚 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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真挚zhēnzhìsincereHSK 7, a, rank #18341, Hard
真挚zhēnzhìsincerityHSK 7, a, rank #18341, Hard
zhēnzhì(zhen1zhi4) T1
  1. 1sincere
  2. 2sincerity
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March 24, 2026
真挚(真摯)zhēnzhì(zhen1zhi4)

真挚 (zhen1 zhi4) means 'sincere' or 'genuine,' often used to describe feelings, emotions, or intentions that are heartfelt and authentic. This word is commonly used in both personal and formal contexts, such as expressing sincere gratitude or genuine friendship.

Frequency#18341DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, sincerity is highly valued in interpersonal relationships, often seen as a foundation for trust and respect. Expressions of 真挚 feelings can significantly strengthen bonds between friends and family.

Memory Tip

Imagine a sincere friend giving you a heartfelt gift, where '真' (true) represents authenticity, and '挚' (close) symbolizes the closeness of your relationship. Together, they create an image of true closeness and authenticity.

Meanings of 真挚

zhēnzhì(zhen1zhi4)
1sincere
2sincerity
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About 真挚

真挚Simplified
真摯Traditional
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形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#18341Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 真挚

Quick Contrast

真诚 (zhēnchéng) - use 真挚 for deeper emotional sincerity, while 真诚 is more about honesty and integrity.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a sincere friend giving you a heartfelt gift, where '真' (true) represents authenticity, and '挚' (close) symbolizes the closeness of your relationship. Together, they create an image of true closeness and authenticity.

Usage Notes

Be mindful that using 真挚 in overly casual situations may come off as insincere; it is best used in formal or serious conversations. Common collocations include 真挚的感情 (genuine feelings) and 真挚的友谊 (sincere friendship).

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word, 真挚 connects well with other adjectives describing emotions, such as 诚实 (honest) and 真实 (real). Focus on practicing its usage in various emotional contexts to enhance your fluency.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, sincerity is highly valued in interpersonal relationships, often seen as a foundation for trust and respect. Expressions of 真挚 feelings can significantly strengthen bonds between friends and family.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 真挚 with 真实 (real), using them interchangeably. For example, saying '他的感情很真实' (His feelings are very real) instead of '他的感情很真挚' (His feelings are very sincere) misses the emotional nuance.

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Pronunciation of 真挚

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Component Characters

zhēnreally
HSK 110 strokes
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zhìsincere
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Grammar Patterns of 真挚

真挚 functions as an adjective. In Chinese it behaves like a stative verb: place it directly after the subject without 是 (我很高,not 我是高). Use 不 to negate (不高) and pair it with 很 in plain affirmative sentences. It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

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他们俩的脸上都流露出____友好的表情。

There was a sincere expression of friendliness on both their faces.

Example Sentences for 真挚 (2)

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他们俩的脸上都流露出真挚友好的表情。

tā mén liǎng de liǎn shàng dū liú lòu chū zhēn zhì yǒu hǎo de biǎo qíng。

There was a sincere expression of friendliness on both their faces.
2
这本书信集感情真挚,语言坦率,还透着一种顽皮的滑稽。

zhè běn shū xìn jí gǎn qíng zhēn zhì, , yǔ yán tǎn, shuài , huán tòu zháo yī zhǒng wán pí de。

This collection of letters is affectionate, candid and wickedly funny.

Cultural Notes for 真挚

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, sincerity is highly valued in interpersonal relationships, often seen as a foundation for trust and respect. Expressions of 真挚 feelings can significantly strengthen bonds between friends and family.

Frequently Asked Questions about 真挚

Yes, but it should be used carefully; it's more suitable for expressing genuine feelings rather than in strict business communications.