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实况 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
实况shíkuànglive (e.g. broadcast or recording)HSK 7, unknown, rank #14479, Hard
实况shíkuàngwhat is actually happeningHSK 7, unknown, rank #14479, Hard
实况shíkuàngsceneHSK 7, unknown, rank #14479, Hard
实况shíkuàngthe real situationHSK 7, unknown, rank #14479, Hard
shíkuàng(shi2kuang4) T2
  1. 1live (e.g. broadcast or recording)
  2. 2what is actually happening
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March 24, 2026
实况(實況)shíkuàng(shi2kuang4)

实况 refers to real-time situations or events, often used in the context of live broadcasts or recordings. It conveys the idea of what is actually happening in the moment, contrasting with pre-recorded or hypothetical scenarios.

Frequency#14479DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In China, live broadcasts of events, such as sports, reality shows, or news, have become increasingly popular, reflecting a shift in media consumption habits. The term 实况 is often associated with the immediacy of these experiences.

Memory Tip

Think of 实 (real) as a 'seal' on the truth, and 况 (kuang4) as a 'quaint' scene. Imagine watching a live sports event where the 'seal' of reality is the excitement captured in the 'quaint' environment of the stadium.

Meanings of 实况

shíkuàng(shi2kuang4)
1live (e.g. broadcast or recording)
2what is actually happening
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About 实况

实况Simplified
實況Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 实况

Quick Contrast

实时 (shíshí) refers to real-time updates or information, while 实况 (shíkuàng) emphasizes the actual situation occurring at the moment.

Memory Mnemonic

Think of 实 (real) as a 'seal' on the truth, and 况 (kuang4) as a 'quaint' scene. Imagine watching a live sports event where the 'seal' of reality is the excitement captured in the 'quaint' environment of the stadium.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 实况 with 现场 (xiànchǎng), which also means 'on-site' but can imply a physical presence rather than just a live setting. This term is more commonly used in media contexts, like news or sports broadcasts.

HSK Study Tips

Although 实况 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it connects to HSK Level 4 vocabulary related to media and communication. Focus on understanding its usage in live contexts to enhance your language skills in these areas.

Cultural Note

In China, live broadcasts of events, such as sports, reality shows, or news, have become increasingly popular, reflecting a shift in media consumption habits. The term 实况 is often associated with the immediacy of these experiences.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 实况 with 直播 (zhíbō), which specifically means 'live streaming.' For example, saying '我看了这个节目在实况' is incorrect; it should be '我看了这个节目在直播.'

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Component Characters

实shíreal
HSK 48 strokes宀
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况kuàngmoreover
7 strokes冫
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Cultural Notes for 实况

🏮Cultural insight

In China, live broadcasts of events, such as sports, reality shows, or news, have become increasingly popular, reflecting a shift in media consumption habits. The term 实况 is often associated with the immediacy of these experiences.

Frequently Asked Questions about 实况

实况 refers to the real-time aspect of an event, while 现场 emphasizes the physical location where the event is taking place.