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民族志mínzúzhì民族志 (mínzúzhì) refers to ethnography, the scientific study and systematic recording of human cultures. It involves detailed descriptions of the customs, practices, and social structures of various ethnic groups. This term is commonly used in anthropology and social sciences to explore how different cultures interact and evolve.HSK 7, 24 strokes, Hard
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May 27, 2026
民族志mínzúzhì(min2zu2zhi4)

民族志 (mínzúzhì) refers to ethnography, the scientific study and systematic recording of human cultures. It involves detailed descriptions of the customs, practices, and social structures of various ethnic groups. This term is commonly used in anthropology and social sciences to explore how different cultures interact and evolve.

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Cultural Note

民族志 is significant in Chinese academia, particularly in the study of China's diverse ethnic groups, such as the Han and various minority cultures. It reflects the importance of documenting and preserving the rich tapestry of China's cultural heritage.

Memory Tip

Think of 民族 (mínzú) meaning 'ethnic group' and 志 (zhì) meaning 'record' or 'document.' Imagine a curious anthropologist with a notebook (志) traveling through diverse lands (民族) to document the unique customs of each ethnic group.

About 民族志

民族志Simplified
24Strokes
Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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Memory Mnemonic

Think of 民族 (mínzú) meaning 'ethnic group' and 志 (zhì) meaning 'record' or 'document.' Imagine a curious anthropologist with a notebook (志) traveling through diverse lands (民族) to document the unique customs of each ethnic group.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 民族志 with similar terms like 文化 (wénhuà, culture) or 人类学 (rénlèixué, anthropology). While related, 民族志 specifically focuses on detailed cultural documentation. This term is more formal and is typically used in academic contexts.

HSK Study Tips

At HSK 7, students should focus on understanding complex academic vocabulary and how it applies to cultural studies. Connecting 民族志 with previously learned words related to culture and society will enhance comprehension and usage in discussions about anthropology or social sciences.

Cultural Note

民族志 is significant in Chinese academia, particularly in the study of China's diverse ethnic groups, such as the Han and various minority cultures. It reflects the importance of documenting and preserving the rich tapestry of China's cultural heritage.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 民族志 with 文化, using it incorrectly in broader contexts. For example, saying '我在研究文化志' (I am studying cultural records) instead of the correct '我在研究民族志.'

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Cultural Notes for 民族志

🏮Cultural insight

民族志 is significant in Chinese academia, particularly in the study of China's diverse ethnic groups, such as the Han and various minority cultures. It reflects the importance of documenting and preserving the rich tapestry of China's cultural heritage.

🌏Cross-cultural Insight

In Western cultures, ethnography is often more focused on the observer's interpretation, whereas in China, there is a strong emphasis on documenting the voices and experiences of the subjects themselves.

Frequently Asked Questions about 民族志

民族志 specifically refers to ethnography, which is a method of studying and documenting cultures, while 人类学 is the broader field of anthropology that encompasses various methods of studying human societies.