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给予 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
给予jǐyǔto accordHSK 6, v, rank #3859, Hard
给予jǐyǔto giveHSK 6, v, rank #3859, Hard
给予jǐyǔto show (respect)HSK 6, v, rank #3859, Hard
jǐyǔ(ji3yu3) T3
  1. 1to accord
  2. 2to give
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March 24, 2026
给予(給予)jǐyǔ(ji3yu3)

给予 (jǐyǔ) means 'to give' or 'to accord', often used in contexts where one person or entity provides something to another, whether it be a tangible item or an abstract concept like respect or attention. It is commonly used in formal contexts, such as in legal, academic, or social discussions, to denote the act of granting or bestowing something significant.

Frequency#3859DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of giving is deeply rooted in Confucian values, where showing respect and support to others is considered essential for maintaining harmony in relationships. 给予 reflects this cultural emphasis on social responsibility and respect.

Memory Tip

Imagine a generous giant giving gifts to everyone. The character 给予 can be split into '给' (give) and '予' (to give, accord), both emphasizing the act of giving. Visualize the giant saying 'ji3' as he hands out these gifts, making it easier to remember how to pronounce it.

Meanings of 给予

jǐyǔ(ji3yu3)
1to accord
2to give
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About 给予

给予Simplified
給予Traditional
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#3859Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1

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Quick Contrast

给予 (jǐyǔ) vs 给予 (jǐyǔ) — use 给予 when emphasizing the act of granting something significant, while 赋予 (fùyǔ) emphasizes conferring a quality or power.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a generous giant giving gifts to everyone. The character 给予 can be split into '给' (give) and '予' (to give, accord), both emphasizing the act of giving. Visualize the giant saying 'ji3' as he hands out these gifts, making it easier to remember how to pronounce it.

Usage Notes

Be mindful of the formality of this term; it's best suited for formal situations rather than casual conversations. Common collocations include '给予支持' (to give support) or '给予尊重' (to show respect). A common mistake is to use '给' in contexts where '给予' is more appropriate, especially in written formal communication.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word, 给予 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to social interactions and formal language. Students should focus on understanding its usage in complex sentences and recognize it in written texts, as it often appears in formal reports or literature.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of giving is deeply rooted in Confucian values, where showing respect and support to others is considered essential for maintaining harmony in relationships. 给予 reflects this cultural emphasis on social responsibility and respect.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 给予 with 给, using them interchangeably in contexts where formality matters. For example, saying '我给你支持' (I give you support) is incorrect in a formal setting; '我给予你支持' is the correct form.

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Component Characters

给gěito supply
HSK 19 strokes纟
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予yú(archaic) I
4 strokes亅
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Grammar Patterns of 给予

给予 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 3 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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这份意外的礼物是为了感谢我们____的帮助。

The surprise gift is a thankyou for our help.

Example Sentences for 给予 (10)

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这份意外的礼物是为了感谢我们给予的帮助。

zhè fèn yì wài de lǐ wù shì wéi le gǎn xiè wǒ mén gěi yú de bāng zhù。

The surprise gift is a thankyou for our help.
2
亲昵关系会给予孩子内心一种安全感。

qīn nì guān xì huì gěi yú hái zǐ nèi xīn yī zhǒng ān quán gǎn。

Loving relationships will give a child an inner sense of security.
3
我们将给予她贵宾级礼遇，并且为她铺设红地毯。

wǒ mén jiāng gěi yú tā guì bīn jí lǐ yù， ， bìng qiě wéi tā pū shè hóng dì。

We'll give her some VIP treatment and roll out the red carpet.
4
相关科学家对不同模型的结论给予不同的权重。

xiāng guān kē xué jiā duì bù tóng mó xíng de jié lùn gěi yú bù tóng de quán zhòng。

The scientists involved put different weight on the conclusions of different models.
5
尽管他的方法不同寻常，但他给予学生的激励比其他人都要多。

jìn guǎn tā de fāng fǎ bù tóng xún cháng， ， dàn tā gěi yú xué shēng de jī lì bǐ qí tā rén dū yào。

Despite his unconventional methods, he has inspired pupils more than anyone else.
6
公司投票决定给予其120名女职员选举权。

gōng sī tóu piào jué dìng gěi yú qí120 120 míng nǚ zhí yuán xuǎn jǔ。

The company voted to enfranchise its 120 women members.
7
请尽早给予答复.

qǐng jìn zǎo gěi yú dá fù.

Please oblige me with a reply as soon as possible.
8
在实验的前半部分, 研究人员在学生举不动时给予鼓励.

zài shí yàn de qián bàn bù fēn, , yán jiū rén yuán zài xué shēng jǔ bù dòng shí gěi yú gǔ.

In the first half of the experiment, researchers offered encouragement while the students lifted away.
9
富兰克林-罗斯福总统的 “ 新政”许诺给予有需要的人以安全和帮助.

fù lán kè lín- - luó sī fú zǒng tǒng“ de “” xīn zhèng ” xǔ nuò gěi yú yǒu xū yào de rén yǐ ān quán.

Franklin Roosevelt's New Deal promised security and succour to those in need.
10
如用现金购买,我们给予九折优待.

rú yòng xiàn jīn gòu mǎi, , wǒ mén gěi yú jiǔ zhē yōu.

We give a special discount of 10 per cent for cash.

Cultural Notes for 给予

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, the concept of giving is deeply rooted in Confucian values, where showing respect and support to others is considered essential for maintaining harmony in relationships. 给予 reflects this cultural emphasis on social responsibility and respect.

Frequently Asked Questions about 给予

It's better to avoid using 给予 in informal contexts as it sounds too formal; instead, use 给.