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交接 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
交接jiāojiē(of two things) to come into contactHSK 7, unknown, rank #16543, Hard
交接jiāojiēto meetHSK 7, unknown, rank #16543, Hard
交接jiāojiēto hand over toHSK 7, unknown, rank #16543, Hard
交接jiāojiēto take over fromHSK 7, unknown, rank #16543, Hard
交接jiāojiēto associate withHSK 7, unknown, rank #16543, Hard
交接jiāojiēto have friendly relations withHSK 7, unknown, rank #16543, Hard
交接jiāojiēto have sexual intercourseHSK 7, unknown, rank #16543, Hard
jiāojiē(jiao1jie1) T1
  1. 1(of two things) to come into contact
  2. 2to meet
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March 24, 2026
交接()jiāojiē(jiao1jie1)

The term '交接' refers to the act of handing over or transitioning from one person or thing to another. It is commonly used in contexts such as job responsibilities, responsibilities in projects, or physical items being transferred. This term can also imply a sense of connection or interaction between parties.

Frequency#16543DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

'交接' is often used in business and governmental contexts in China, especially during project handovers or the changing of shifts, reflecting the importance of continuity and communication in Chinese work culture.

Memory Tip

Imagine two hands (the radical 交) reaching out to connect (接) with each other. This visual of hands meeting symbolizes the act of passing something from one to another, helping you remember both the meaning and pronunciation of '交接' as 'jiao1 jie1'.

Meanings of 交接

jiāojiē(jiao1jie1)
1(of two things) to come into contact
2to meet
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About 交接

交接Simplified
Traditional
Strokes
Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 交接

Quick Contrast

交接 (hand over) vs 交付 (deliver) — use 交接 when emphasizing the transition of responsibilities, while 交付 focuses more on the act of delivering an item.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine two hands (the radical 交) reaching out to connect (接) with each other. This visual of hands meeting symbolizes the act of passing something from one to another, helping you remember both the meaning and pronunciation of '交接' as 'jiao1 jie1'.

Usage Notes

A common mistake is to confuse '交接' with '交往' (to associate with) when discussing relationships; remember that '交接' is more about transfer or handover. This term is neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but be mindful of using appropriate vocabulary based on the situation.

HSK Study Tips

While '交接' is not currently an HSK vocabulary word, it relates to HSK Level 4 terms involving actions and relationships. Students should focus on how it connects with other words describing transitions or exchanges, such as '交' (to hand over) and '接' (to receive).

Cultural Note

'交接' is often used in business and governmental contexts in China, especially during project handovers or the changing of shifts, reflecting the importance of continuity and communication in Chinese work culture.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mistakenly use '交接' in contexts where '交往' would be more appropriate, such as discussing friendships or relationships. For example, saying '我和他交接' (I have a handover with him) instead of '我和他交往' (I associate with him).

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Component Characters

jiāoto hand over
HSK 46 strokes
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jiēto receive
HSK 311 strokes
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Cultural Notes for 交接

🏮Cultural insight

'交接' is often used in business and governmental contexts in China, especially during project handovers or the changing of shifts, reflecting the importance of continuity and communication in Chinese work culture.

Frequently Asked Questions about 交接

Yes, while '交接' is often used in formal situations, it can also apply to casual exchanges, such as handing over personal belongings.