HSK 4 - Upper-Intermediate Chinese Vocabulary & Sentence Patterns Flashcards

Question 1

即使...也... (jíshǐ...yě...) - Even if...still...

Accepted Answer

Used to express a concession, meaning 'even if' a certain condition exists, the result or situation in the main clause will still occur.

**Example:** 即使遇到再大的困难，我也不会放弃。
**Pinyin:** Jíshǐ yùdào zài dà de kùnnan, wǒ yě bú huì fàngqì.
**Translation:** Even if I encounter great difficulties, I will not give up.

Question 2

只要...就... (zhǐyào...jiù...) - As long as...then...

Accepted Answer

Indicates a necessary condition, meaning 'as long as' the condition in the first clause is met, the result in the second clause will follow.

**Example:** 只要你努力学习，就一定能通过HSK 4考试。
**Pinyin:** Zhǐyào nǐ nǔlì xuéxí, jiù yīdìng néng tōngguò HSK 4 kǎoshì.
**Translation:** As long as you study hard, you will definitely be able to pass the HSK 4 exam.

Question 3

把 (bǎ) structure - Disposal/Action on Object

Accepted Answer

The 把 (bǎ) structure places the object before the verb, emphasizing the disposal or result of an action on that object. The verb usually takes a complement or reduplication.

**Example:** 请你把房间整理干净。
**Pinyin:** Qǐng nǐ bǎ fángjiān zhěnglǐ gānjìng.
**Translation:** Please tidy up the room (make it clean).

Question 4

被 (bèi) structure - Passive Voice

Accepted Answer

The 被 (bèi) structure is used to form the passive voice, indicating that the subject is the recipient of an action. The agent can be omitted or included after 被.

**Example:** 我的钱包被小偷偷走了。
**Pinyin:** Wǒ de qiánbāo bèi xiǎotōu tōu zǒu le.
**Translation:** My wallet was stolen by a thief.

Question 5

趟 (tàng) - Measure word for trips/runs

Accepted Answer

Used to count the number of trips, journeys, or rounds made.

**Example:** 他这个月去了两趟上海出差。
**Pinyin:** Tā zhège yuè qù le liǎng tàng Shànghǎi chūchāi.
**Translation:** He went on two business trips to Shanghai this month.

Question 6

顿 (dùn) - Measure word for meals, scoldings, etc.

Accepted Answer

Used for meals (e.g., 一顿饭), scoldings (e.g., 批评一顿), or certain actions that occur in a 'bout' or 'spell'.

**Example:** 妈妈今天批评了我一顿，因为我没写作业。
**Pinyin:** Māma jīntiān pīpíng le wǒ yī dùn, yīnwèi wǒ méi xiě zuòyè.
**Translation:** Mom criticized me today because I didn't do my homework.

Question 7

理解 (lǐjiě) - to understand, comprehend

Accepted Answer

To grasp the meaning or nature of something; to empathize with someone's feelings.

**Example:** 即使他很生气，我也能理解他的心情。
**Pinyin:** Jíshǐ tā hěn shēngqì, wǒ yě néng lǐjiě tā de xīnqíng.
**Translation:** Even if he is very angry, I can understand his feelings.

Question 8

坚持 (jiānchí) - to persist, persevere

Accepted Answer

To continue steadfastly in an opinion or course of action, especially in the face of difficulty.

**Example:** 只要你坚持练习，汉语水平就会有很大进步。
**Pinyin:** Zhǐyào nǐ jiānchí liànxí, Hànyǔ shuǐpíng jiù huì yǒu hěn dà jìnbù.
**Translation:** As long as you persist in practicing, your Chinese level will make great progress.

Question 9

弄坏 (nònghuài) - to break, damage (by accident)

Accepted Answer

A common verb-complement structure meaning to cause something to be broken or damaged, often implying an accident or carelessness.

**Example:** 他不小心把我的手机弄坏了。
**Pinyin:** Tā bù xiǎoxīn bǎ wǒ de shǒujī nònghuài le.
**Translation:** He accidentally broke my phone.

Question 10

解决 (jiějué) - to solve, resolve

Accepted Answer

To find an answer to a problem or difficulty.

**Example:** 这个问题已经被解决了。
**Pinyin:** Zhège wèntí yǐjīng bèi jiějué le.
**Translation:** This problem has already been solved.

Question 11

封 (fēng) - Measure word for letters, emails

Accepted Answer

Used to count letters, emails, or other sealed documents.

**Example:** 我今天收到了一封来自远方的信。
**Pinyin:** Wǒ jīntiān shōudào le yī fēng láizì yuǎnfāng de xìn.
**Translation:** I received a letter from a distant place today.

Question 12

篇 (piān) - Measure word for articles, essays, chapters

Accepted Answer

Used for written works such as articles, essays, stories, or chapters.

**Example:** 他写了一篇关于环境保护的文章。
**Pinyin:** Tā xiě le yī piān guānyú huánjìng bǎohù de wénzhāng.
**Translation:** He wrote an article about environmental protection.

Question 13

迟到 (chídào) - to be late

Accepted Answer

To arrive after the expected or scheduled time.

**Example:** 即使会迟到，我也要参加这个重要的会议。
**Pinyin:** Jíshǐ huì chídào, wǒ yě yào cānjiā zhège zhòngyào de huìyì.
**Translation:** Even if I will be late, I still want to attend this important meeting.

Question 14

认真 (rènzhēn) - serious, conscientious

Accepted Answer

To be earnest, serious, or meticulous in one's attitude or work.

**Example:** 只要你认真对待，就能顺利完成任务。
**Pinyin:** Zhǐyào nǐ rènzhēn duìdài, jiù néng shùnlì wánchéng rènwu.
**Translation:** As long as you treat it seriously, you will be able to complete the task smoothly.

Question 15

关掉 (guāndiào) - to turn off, switch off

Accepted Answer

A verb-complement structure indicating the action of turning off an appliance or light.

**Example:** 请你把电视关掉。
**Pinyin:** Qǐng nǐ bǎ diànshì guāndiào.
**Translation:** Please turn off the TV.

Question 16

骗 (piàn) - to cheat, deceive, trick

Accepted Answer

To mislead someone, often for personal gain; to lie to someone.

**Example:** 他没有被骗，因为他很聪明。
**Pinyin:** Tā méiyǒu bèi piàn, yīnwèi tā hěn cōngmíng.
**Translation:** He was not tricked, because he is very smart.

Question 17

束 (shù) - Measure word for bundles, bouquets

Accepted Answer

Used for things tied together in a bundle, such as flowers, firewood, or a bunch of keys.

**Example:** 他送给我一束美丽的鲜花。
**Pinyin:** Tā sòng gěi wǒ yī shù měilì de xiānhuā.
**Translation:** He gave me a beautiful bouquet of fresh flowers.

Question 18

颗 (kē) - Measure word for small, round objects

Accepted Answer

Used for small, round, or granular items like pearls, teeth, stars, seeds, or candies.

**Example:** 我有一颗牙齿很疼，需要去看牙医。
**Pinyin:** Wǒ yǒu yī kē yáchǐ hěn téng, xūyào qù kàn yáyī.
**Translation:** I have a toothache and need to see a dentist.

Question 19

失败 (shībài) - to fail; failure

Accepted Answer

To not succeed in an endeavor; the state of not achieving a desired goal.

**Example:** 即使失败了，我们也要重新开始。
**Pinyin:** Jíshǐ shībài le, wǒmen yě yào chóngxīn kāishǐ.
**Translation:** Even if we fail, we must start over.

Question 20

精神 (jīngshén) - spirit, energy, vigor

Accepted Answer

Refers to one's mental state, energy level, or vitality.

**Example:** 只要你好好休息，精神就会好起来。
**Pinyin:** Zhǐyào nǐ hǎohǎo xiūxi, jīngshén jiù huì hǎo qǐlái.
**Translation:** As long as you rest well, your energy will improve.

Question 21

放进去 (fàng jìnqù) - to put in, place inside

Accepted Answer

A verb with a directional complement, indicating the action of putting something into an enclosed space.

**Example:** 请你把书放进包里。
**Pinyin:** Qǐng nǐ bǎ shū fàng jìn bāo lǐ.
**Translation:** Please put the book into the bag.

Question 22

感动 (gǎndòng) - to be moved, touched (emotionally)

Accepted Answer

To feel a strong emotion, especially of sympathy or gratitude, that often leads to tears or a desire to act.

**Example:** 我被这个感人的故事深深感动了。
**Pinyin:** Wǒ bèi zhège gǎnrén de gùshi shēnshēn gǎndòng le.
**Translation:** I was deeply moved by this touching story.

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