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March 24, 2026
缴纳(繳納)jiǎonà(jiao3na4)
缴纳 refers to the act of paying or submitting payments, typically for taxes, fees, or contributions. It is often used in formal contexts, such as government or institutional settings, where individuals or businesses are required to fulfill financial obligations.
Frequency#31562DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In China, tax compliance is taken very seriously, with various systems in place to ensure that individuals and businesses fulfill their obligations. The concept of 缴纳 is closely tied to the government’s role in funding public services and infrastructure.
Memory Tip
Imagine a giant tax collector named 'Jiao' who stands at the entrance of a gate, demanding payment ('na') before you can pass. Visualize him holding a sign that reads 'Pay Here!' to reinforce the meaning of '缴纳'.
Meanings of 缴纳
jiǎonà(jiao3na4)
1to pay (taxes etc)
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About 缴纳
缴纳Simplified
繳納Traditional
—Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#31562Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedBCT✓CEFRC2
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AI Study Notes for 缴纳
Quick Contrast
缴交 (jiǎojiāo) vs 缴纳 (jiǎonà): use 缴纳 for formal payments like taxes, while 缴交 can imply a more general act of handing over or delivering something.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a giant tax collector named 'Jiao' who stands at the entrance of a gate, demanding payment ('na') before you can pass. Visualize him holding a sign that reads 'Pay Here!' to reinforce the meaning of '缴纳'.
Usage Notes
Be cautious of the contexts in which you use 缴纳, as it is more formal and may not be suitable for casual conversation. Common phrases include 缴纳税款 (to pay taxes) and 缴纳费用 (to pay fees). Ensure the correct tone is used—both syllables are in the third and fourth tones, respectively.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 缴纳 connects with other financial terms such as 税 (tax) and 收入 (income). Students should focus on understanding its usage in formal documents and discussions, as well as its collocations.
Cultural Note
In China, tax compliance is taken very seriously, with various systems in place to ensure that individuals and businesses fulfill their obligations. The concept of 缴纳 is closely tied to the government’s role in funding public services and infrastructure.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 缴纳 with 交, which can also mean 'to pay' but is used in different contexts. For example, saying '我缴交税' is incorrect; it should be '我缴纳税' instead.
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Grammar Patterns of 缴纳
缴纳 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. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
透支的客户每月要____5英镑的费用。
Customers who arrange overdrafts will face a monthly charge of £
Example Sentences for 缴纳 (6)
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1
透支的客户每月要缴纳5英镑的费用。
tòu zhī de kè hù měi yuè yào jiǎo nà5 5 yīng bàng de fèi。
Customers who arrange overdrafts will face a monthly charge of £
2
在保单有效期内，所缴纳的保险费是有保障的。
zài bǎo dān yǒu xiào qī nèi， ， suǒ jiǎo nà de bǎo xiǎn fèi shì yǒu bǎo zhàng。
Premiums are guaranteed throughout the term of the policy.
3
领取收入补贴的人不必缴纳市政税。
lǐng qǔ shōu rù bǔ tiē de rén bù bì jiǎo nà shì zhèng shuì。
People on income support do not have to pay council tax.
4
新的土地业主比老业主缴纳的税款要多很多。
xīn de tǔ dì yè zhǔ bǐ lǎo yè zhǔ jiǎo nà de shuì kuǎn yào duō hěn duō。
Newcomers had to pay far more in taxes than long-time land owners.
5
他们被迫缴纳880万美元的税款。
tā mén bèi pò jiǎo nà880 880 wàn měi yuán de shuì。
They were made to pay $8 million in taxes.
6
缴纳资本收益税
jiǎo nà zī běn shōu yì shuì
to pay capital gains tax
Cultural Notes for 缴纳
🏮Cultural insight
In China, tax compliance is taken very seriously, with various systems in place to ensure that individuals and businesses fulfill their obligations. The concept of 缴纳 is closely tied to the government’s role in funding public services and infrastructure.
Frequently Asked Questions about 缴纳
缴纳 specifically refers to payments for taxes or formal contributions, while 支付 is a more general term for paying any expenses.
It's best to reserve 缴纳 for formal contexts, as it may sound out of place in casual discussions.
Yes, typically you will need to provide identification and relevant financial documents, depending on local regulations.
