English–Chinese

“knowledge” in Chinese

Chinese

Also学问 (xué wèn) · 见识 (jiàn shí)

Pronunciation

Pinyinzhī shí

Example

我想学习更多的知识。wǒ xiǎng xué xí gèng duō de zhī shí

I want to gain more knowledge.

Illustration for 知识 (knowledge)

How to say “knowledge” in Chinese

“Knowledge” in Chinese is 知识 (zhī shí).

A mental map of facts, ideas, and skills that supports understanding and action.

Full entry for 知识: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 知识

他只有一点知识。tā zhí yǒu yì diǎn zhī shí

He has only a little knowledge.

Tips for using 知识

  • In Chinese school contexts, this word can include practical know-how as well as textbook facts, so the English word information is often too narrow.

Other Chinese words for “knowledge”

老师的学问很深。lǎo shī de xué wèn hěn shēn

The teacher has deep knowledge.

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见识

jiàn shí

nounknowledge

旅行可以扩大你的见识。lǚ xíng ké yǐ kuò dà nǐ de jiàn shí

Travel can expand your knowledge.

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