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March 24, 2026
资助(資助)zīzhù(zi1zhu4)
资助 refers to the act of providing financial support or aid to an individual, organization, or project. It is commonly used in contexts such as education, research, and community projects where funding is necessary for progress or development.
Frequency#5487DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In China, government and private organizations often provide 资助 for students in need, reflecting the cultural value placed on education and collective progress. This is particularly relevant during the exam season when scholarships and financial aid are more prominently discussed.
Memory Tip
Think of 资 as 'resources' (资源) and 助 as 'to help' (帮助). Imagine a generous benefactor giving resources to help someone achieve their dreams. This vivid image connects the idea of financial support with the characters.
Meanings of 资助
zīzhù(zi1zhu4)
1to subsidize
2to provide financial aid
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About 资助
资助Simplified
資助Traditional
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—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#5487Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L5IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRB2
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AI Study Notes for 资助
Quick Contrast
资助 (financial support) vs 赞助 (sponsorship) — use 资助 for direct financial aid, while 赞助 often implies promotional support for events or activities.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 资 as 'resources' (资源) and 助 as 'to help' (帮助). Imagine a generous benefactor giving resources to help someone achieve their dreams. This vivid image connects the idea of financial support with the characters.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include mixing up 资助 with 赞助, which also means to sponsor but usually implies a less direct financial aid. Remember that 资助 is more formal and often used in written contexts such as grant applications or official documents.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK level 6 word, 资助 connects well with other financial terms like 资金 (funds) and 赞助 (sponsorship). Focus on understanding its use in both formal documents and everyday conversations about finance.
Cultural Note
In China, government and private organizations often provide 资助 for students in need, reflecting the cultural value placed on education and collective progress. This is particularly relevant during the exam season when scholarships and financial aid are more prominently discussed.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 资助 with 资金 (funds) and use them interchangeably, e.g., saying '我需要资金来资助我的项目' instead of '我需要资助我的项目'. Remember that 资助 refers to the act of providing aid, not just the funds themselves.
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Grammar Patterns of 资助
资助 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). 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.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
我们是不会____那些乞丐的。
We are not in the business of subsidising scroungers.
Example Sentences for 资助 (4)
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1
我们是不会资助那些乞丐的。
wǒ mén shì bù huì zī zhù nà xiē qǐ gài de。
We are not in the business of subsidising scroungers.
2
她是几个小企业和小手工艺者的资助人。
tā shì jī gè xiǎo qǐ yè hé xiǎo shǒu gōng yì zhě de zī zhù rén。
She is a patron of small businesses and trades.
3
他们被指控组织并资助地下青年运动。
tā mén bèi zhǐ kòng zǔ zhī bìng zī zhù dì xià qīng nián yùn dòng。
They are accused of organising and financing an underground youth movement.
4
学校得到了教育部门的多项资助。
xué xiào dé dào le jiào yù bù mén de duō xiàng zī zhù。
The school has received various grants from the education department.
Cultural Notes for 资助
🏮Cultural insight
In China, government and private organizations often provide 资助 for students in need, reflecting the cultural value placed on education and collective progress. This is particularly relevant during the exam season when scholarships and financial aid are more prominently discussed.
Frequently Asked Questions about 资助
资助 specifically refers to financial aid or support, often in a formal context, while 赞助 can imply sponsorship, which may involve promotional aspects.
No, 资助 is primarily used for subsidies or financial aid rather than personal loans; it usually supports educational or organizational efforts.
You can say '这项研究得到了政府的资助' which means 'This research received funding from the government.'
