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March 24, 2026
着重(著重)zhuózhòng(zhuo2zhong4)
着重 means to place emphasis on something, highlighting its importance in a particular context. It is often used in formal situations, such as academic writing, discussions, or presentations, where the speaker wants to draw attention to a specific point or idea.
Frequency#22845DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese academic culture, it is common to structure arguments by clearly stating and emphasizing key points, which reflects the value placed on clarity and persuasive communication.
Memory Tip
Imagine a teacher using a bright red marker to emphasize important points on a whiteboard. The character 着 (zhuó) looks like a person drawing attention, while 重 (zhòng) resembles a heavy weight, symbolizing the importance of what is being emphasized.
Meanings of 着重
zhuózhòng(zhuo2zhong4)
1to put emphasis on
2to stress
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About 着重
着重Simplified
著重Traditional
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形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
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HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
强调 (qiángdiào) — use 着重 when indicating a formal emphasis, while 强调 is more general and can apply to various contexts.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a teacher using a bright red marker to emphasize important points on a whiteboard. The character 着 (zhuó) looks like a person drawing attention, while 重 (zhòng) resembles a heavy weight, symbolizing the importance of what is being emphasized.
Usage Notes
Be cautious of the tone when pronouncing 着重; it has a falling tone for 着 (zhuó) and a rising tone for 重 (zhòng). Common collocations include 着重强调 (zhù zhòng qiáng diào - to emphasize strongly) and 着重考虑 (zhù zhòng kǎo lǜ - to consider carefully).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 着重 connects to other advanced vocabulary related to argumentation and critical thinking. Students should practice using it in sentences to gain fluency in emphasizing important points in discussions.
Cultural Note
In Chinese academic culture, it is common to structure arguments by clearly stating and emphasizing key points, which reflects the value placed on clarity and persuasive communication.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 着重 with 重点 (zhòng diǎn), which means 'key point.' A common mistake is saying '我着重这个' (Wǒ zhuó zhòng zhège) instead of '我着重于这个' (Wǒ zhuó zhòng yú zhège) to indicate emphasis correctly.
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Grammar Patterns of 着重
着重 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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Complete the Sentence
现在，工作在单身女性的生活中起____要作用。
These days work plays an important part in a single woman's life.
The matchmaker has been an important member of Jewish communities for centuries.
Cultural Notes for 着重
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese academic culture, it is common to structure arguments by clearly stating and emphasizing key points, which reflects the value placed on clarity and persuasive communication.
🌏Cross-cultural Insight
In Western cultures, emphasis can often be communicated through tone or body language, while in Chinese, specific terms like 着重 are used to explicitly state what is important.
Frequently Asked Questions about 着重
You can say '我着重强调这个问题的重要性' (Wǒ zhuó zhòng qiáng diào zhège wèntí de zhòng yào xìng) which means 'I emphasize the importance of this issue.'
着重 is typically more formal, so it’s better suited for academic or professional contexts rather than casual conversation.
While both mean to emphasize, 着重 implies a focus on significance, while 强调 (qiáng diào) can imply a stronger insistence or assertion.
