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March 24, 2026
验证(驗證)yànzhèng(yan4zheng4)
验证 refers to the process of inspecting, verifying, or authenticating something, often in scientific or formal contexts. It is commonly used in discussions about validating theories, testing hypotheses, or confirming the authenticity of documents or identities.
Frequency#8634DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In China, 验证 is particularly significant in the context of technology and data security, where verification processes are crucial for maintaining trust in digital transactions and personal information.
Memory Tip
Think of 验证 as 'Yen' (yan4) for 'inspect' and 'Zheng' (zheng4) for 'check.' Imagine a detective named Yen who inspects various documents to authenticate their legitimacy. The character 验 combines the radical for 'to examine' with 'to prove,' reinforcing the idea of verification.
Meanings of 验证
yànzhèng(yan4zheng4)
1to inspect and verify
2experimental verification
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About 验证
验证Simplified
驗證Traditional
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#8634Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6AdvancedCEFRC2
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AI Study Notes for 验证
Quick Contrast
验证 (yànzhèng) vs 确认 (quèrèn) — 验证 emphasizes the process of verification or validation, while 确认 focuses more on the act of confirming something as true or accepted.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 验证 as 'Yen' (yan4) for 'inspect' and 'Zheng' (zheng4) for 'check.' Imagine a detective named Yen who inspects various documents to authenticate their legitimacy. The character 验 combines the radical for 'to examine' with 'to prove,' reinforcing the idea of verification.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 验证 with 确认 (to confirm) — while both involve validation, 验证 emphasizes inspection and authenticity. It is generally used in formal contexts, so be cautious using it in casual conversation. A frequent collocation is 验证身份 (verify identity).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 验证 connects with other technical or formal vocabulary, such as 证据 (evidence) and 确认 (to confirm). Students should focus on understanding its usage in contexts like research and administration, where precision in language is crucial.
Cultural Note
In China, 验证 is particularly significant in the context of technology and data security, where verification processes are crucial for maintaining trust in digital transactions and personal information.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 验证 with 证明 (to prove), which is more about providing evidence rather than the process of verification. For example, saying '我需要证明我的身份' (I need to prove my identity) should be '我需要验证我的身份' to convey the correct meaning.
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Grammar Patterns of 验证
验证 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 4 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 3
Complete the Sentence
医学化____实她不是他们的亲骨肉。
Medical tests established that she was not their own child.
Example Sentences for 验证 (3)
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1
医学化验证实她不是他们的亲骨肉。
yī xué huà yàn zhèng shí tā bù shì tā mén de qīn gǔ ròu。
Medical tests established that she was not their own child.
2
此处提及的实验证据有诸多限制条件。
cǐ chǔ tí jí de shí yàn zhèng jù yǒu zhū duō xiàn zhì tiáo jiàn。
The empirical evidence considered here is subject to many qualifications.
Empirical evidence for the existence of population traps is not substantial.
Cultural Notes for 验证
🏮Cultural insight
In China, 验证 is particularly significant in the context of technology and data security, where verification processes are crucial for maintaining trust in digital transactions and personal information.
Frequently Asked Questions about 验证
验证 focuses on the process of inspecting and authenticating, while 确认 is more about affirming or confirming something.
It's best reserved for formal or technical discussions, as it may sound too stiff in casual contexts.
Common phrases include 验证身份 (verify identity) and 验证信息 (verify information).
