When something is 可疑 (kěyí), it means it looks or feels suspicious. Imagine you see someone acting strangely, or hear a story that doesn't quite add up. In those situations, you might say their behavior or the story is 可疑.
It's often used when you have a gut feeling that something isn't right, or when there are signs that make you question the truth of a situation. Think of it as 'fishy' or 'questionable'.
When something is 可疑 (kěyí), it means it's suspicious, doubtful, or questionable. Think of it like a puzzle piece that doesn't quite fit – it makes you wonder if something isn't quite right. For example, if you see someone acting strangely, you might say their behavior is 可疑. It's a useful word for describing situations or people that make you feel a bit uncertain or distrustful.
§ What does 可疑 (kěyí) mean and when do people use it?
Let's get straight to it. The Chinese word you're learning today is 可疑 (kěyí). It's an adjective, and it means 'suspicious', 'doubtful', or 'questionable'. Think of it as something that raises an eyebrow, makes you pause, or just doesn't feel right. It's used to describe people, things, situations, or even feelings that suggest something might be wrong, dishonest, or not as it seems.
- DEFINITION
- Suspicious; doubtful; questionable.
You'll hear and use 可疑 a lot in everyday conversation when you're talking about things that aren't quite right. For example, if you see someone acting strangely, you might say their behavior is 可疑. If you find a piece of information that seems too good to be true, it's probably 可疑. It's a common word, so mastering its usage will definitely make your Chinese sound more natural.
他的行为很可疑，我们应该注意他。(Tā de xíngwéi hěn kěyí, wǒmen yīnggāi zhùyì tā.)
His behavior is very suspicious, we should pay attention to him.
The word 可疑 is often used in situations where there's an element of doubt or distrust. It can be used in a serious context, like a crime investigation, or in a more casual way, like when you're just gossiping with friends about something fishy. The key is that there's something that makes you question the truth or honesty of a situation or person.
Let's break down the characters a bit to help you remember. 可 (kě) means 'can' or 'able to', and 疑 (yí) means 'doubt' or 'suspect'. So, literally, it's 'can be doubted' or 'able to be suspected'. This literal meaning perfectly captures its usage.
- When someone's intentions are unclear:
- When a piece of evidence doesn't add up:
- When a situation seems too convenient:
那个陌生人的目的很可疑。(Nà ge mòshēngrén de mùdì hěn kěyí.)
That stranger's intentions are very suspicious.
这份报告的数据有些可疑。(Zhè fèn bàogào de shùjù yǒuxiē kěyí.)
The data in this report is a bit questionable.
这件事发生得太巧合了，有点可疑。(Zhè jiàn shì fāshēng de tài qiǎohé le, yǒudiǎn kěyí.)
This happened too coincidentally, it's a bit suspicious.
Pay attention to the nuances. While 'suspicious' is a good general translation, sometimes 'doubtful' or 'questionable' might fit better depending on the context. If you're doubting the truth of something, 'doubtful' works. If you're questioning the legitimacy of something, 'questionable' is appropriate. The core idea remains the same: there's a lack of trust or certainty.
So, next time something doesn't feel right, you now have the perfect Chinese word to describe it: 可疑. Practice using it in sentences, and you'll quickly get the hang of it. Don't be afraid to make mistakes; that's how you learn. Just keep an ear out for how native speakers use it in different situations.
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The character 疑 (yí) visually represents a person (匕) with an arrow (矢) pointing at them, hinting at uncertainty or suspicion.
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short and common characters
short and common characters
common pronunciation
clear pronunciation, common word
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Wichtige Grammatik
可疑 (kěyí) as an adjective before a noun: Similar to English, you can place 可疑 before a noun to describe it as suspicious.
这是一个可疑的包裹。(Zhè shì yīgè kěyí de bāoguǒ.) - This is a suspicious package.
可疑 (kěyí) after a linking verb: When used after a linking verb like 看起来 (kànqǐlái - to look like), 显得 (xiǎnde - to appear), or 听起来 (tīngqǐlái - to sound like), 可疑 describes the state or quality of the subject.
他看起来很可疑。(Tā kànqǐlái hěn kěyí.) - He looks very suspicious.
可疑 (kěyí) as a predicate: It can directly serve as the predicate of a sentence, meaning the subject is suspicious.
这个情况很可疑。(Zhège qíngkuàng hěn kěyí.) - This situation is very suspicious.
可疑 (kěyí) modified by adverbs of degree: Adverbs like 很 (hěn - very), 非常 (fēicháng - extremely), or 有点儿 (yǒudiǎnr - a bit) can precede 可疑 to intensify or slightly modify its meaning.
他非常可疑。(Tā fēicháng kěyí.) - He is very suspicious.
可疑 (kěyí) in questions: You can use 可疑 to ask about the suspicious nature of something or someone.
你觉得这可疑吗？(Nǐ juédé zhè kěyí ma?) - Do you think this is suspicious?
Beispiele nach Niveau
这个人很可疑。
This person is very suspicious.
我看到一个可疑的包裹。
I saw a suspicious package.
他的行为很可疑。
His behavior is very suspicious.
这是一个可疑的情况。
This is a doubtful situation.
她觉得这个故事有点可疑。
She felt this story was a bit questionable.
警察正在调查可疑的活动。
The police are investigating suspicious activities.
这个消息听起来很可疑。
This news sounds very suspicious.
不要和可疑的人说话。
Don't talk to suspicious people.
你为什么用那种可疑的眼神看着我？
Why are you looking at me with such a suspicious gaze?
我看到一个可疑的人在商店门口徘徊。
I saw a suspicious person loitering at the entrance of the store.
这个包裹看起来很可疑，我们应该检查一下。
This package looks very suspicious, we should check it.
他的行为很可疑，好像有什么事情瞒着我们。
His behavior is very suspicious, as if he's hiding something from us.
警察正在调查一起可疑的火灾。
The police are investigating a suspicious fire.
我觉得这个消息有点可疑，不是真的吧？
I feel this news is a bit suspicious, it can't be true, right?
不要相信那些可疑的网站，它们可能会骗你的钱。
Don't trust those suspicious websites, they might trick you out of your money.
那个可疑的噪音是从哪里传来的？
Where is that suspicious noise coming from?
警方正在调查这起可疑的交易，怀疑其中存在洗钱行为。
The police are investigating this suspicious transaction, suspecting money laundering.
他的突然辞职引起了许多可疑的猜测，大家都在议论纷纷。
His sudden resignation sparked many suspicious conjectures; everyone was talking about it.
面对如此可疑的证据，法官决定重新审理此案，以求真相大白。
In the face of such doubtful evidence, the judge decided to re-examine the case to uncover the truth.
那家公司声称的高额利润率显得十分可疑，需要进一步核实。
The high profit margin claimed by that company seems very questionable and requires further verification.
虽然他竭力否认，但他的言行举止仍然透露出可疑的迹象。
Although he tried his best to deny it, his words and deeds still revealed suspicious signs.
我们对这份报告的真实性持有可疑的态度，认为可能存在数据造假。
We hold a doubtful attitude towards the authenticity of this report, believing there may be data fabrication.
侦探发现了一系列可疑的巧合，这些巧合最终指向了幕后真凶。
The detective discovered a series of suspicious coincidences, which eventually pointed to the real culprit behind the scenes.
那个陌生人在夜色中鬼鬼祟祟的行为，让小区居民感到十分可疑。
The stranger's furtive behavior in the dark made the residents of the community feel very suspicious.
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Häufige Phrasen
这很可疑。
This is very suspicious.
他看起来很可疑。
He looks suspicious.
我觉得这事有点可疑。
I feel this matter is a bit suspicious.
有可疑的人在附近。
There are suspicious people nearby.
他说话的语气很可疑。
His tone of voice is very suspicious.
这是一个可疑的包裹。
This is a suspicious package.
别相信可疑的消息。
Don't believe suspicious news.
警方正在调查可疑情况。
Police are investigating suspicious circumstances.
他的行为举止很可疑。
His behavior is very suspicious.
这个说法非常可疑。
This statement is very doubtful.
Wird oft verwechselt mit
Use '可疑' for a person's behavior or a person themselves if they are the source of suspicion.
Use the verb '怀疑'.
Use '奇怪' for things that are unusual or uncommon, not necessarily suspicious.
Redewendungen & Ausdrücke
"很可疑"
Very suspicious
他的行为很可疑。
neutral"有点可疑"
A bit suspicious
这件事听起来有点可疑。
neutral"可疑人物"
Suspicious person
警察在调查附近的可疑人物。
neutral"可疑的电话"
Suspicious call
我接到一个可疑的电话。
neutral"可疑的包裹"
Suspicious package
请不要打开任何可疑的包裹。
neutral"可疑的交易"
Suspicious transaction
银行报告了一笔可疑的交易。
formal"消除可疑"
Eliminate suspicion
他试图消除所有可疑。
neutral"引起可疑"
Arouse suspicion
他的突然离开引起了可疑。
neutral"可疑的证据"
Questionable evidence
这些都是可疑的证据。
formal"可疑的态度"
Doubtful attitude
她对我的提议持可疑的态度。
neutralLeicht verwechselbar
Many English speakers confuse '可疑' with words like 'suspicious' when referring to a person who is acting suspiciously, or a suspect. While it can be used for things, its primary use is about a person or behavior that raises doubts.
'可疑' emphasizes the quality of being open to suspicion or doubt. It's about something that makes you think 'Hmm, that's not right.'
他行为可疑。 (His behavior is suspicious.)
'怀疑' is often confused with '可疑' because both relate to suspicion. However, '怀疑' is a verb meaning 'to suspect' or 'to doubt'.
'可疑' is an adjective describing something as suspicious. '怀疑' is the action of having suspicion or doubt.
我怀疑他偷了钱。 (I suspect he stole the money.)
'奇怪' means 'strange' or 'odd'. While something strange can also be suspicious, they are not interchangeable.
'奇怪' describes something unusual or uncommon. '可疑' describes something that raises doubt or mistrust.
这个味道很奇怪。 (This smell is very strange.)
The characters '可' and '疑' (as in '可疑') and '可' and '怜' (as in '可怜') look and sound somewhat similar to new learners, leading to confusion. Their meanings are entirely different.
'可怜' means 'pitiful' or 'poor thing'. It expresses sympathy.
那只流浪狗很可怜。 (That stray dog is very pitiful.)
Similar to '可怜', the '可' character can lead to confusion. '可能' means 'possible' or 'maybe'.
'可能' relates to probability. '可疑' relates to suspicion.
他可能今天不来了。 (He might not come today.)
Wortherkunft
From Classical Chinese.
Ursprüngliche Bedeutung: 可 (kě) meaning 'can, may, able to' and 疑 (yí) meaning 'doubt, suspect'. So, 'can be doubted' or 'can be suspected'.
Sino-Tibetan, Sinitic, Chinese.Kultureller Kontext
In Chinese culture, directly questioning someone's integrity can be seen as impolite, so '可疑' is a neutral way to express suspicion without directly accusing. It's often used in news or formal contexts when describing a situation or object that raises questions, rather than a person's character. However, it can also be used in daily conversation if the context is clear and not overly confrontational.
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这个人的行为很___。
The sentence means 'This person's behavior is very suspicious.' '可疑' fits the context of someone's behavior being questionable.
他看到一个___的包裹，不敢碰。
The sentence means 'He saw a suspicious package and didn't dare to touch it.' '可疑' describes a package that raises doubts or concern.
警察发现了一些___的线索。
The sentence means 'The police found some suspicious clues.' '可疑' is used here to describe clues that suggest something is wrong or hidden.
这件事情有很多___的地方。
The sentence means 'There are many suspicious points about this matter.' '可疑' refers to aspects that are doubtful or questionable.
他的解释听起来很___。
The sentence means 'His explanation sounds very suspicious.' '可疑' implies that the explanation is not believable or raises questions.
不要相信那些___的网站。
The sentence means 'Don't trust those suspicious websites.' '可疑' describes websites that might be unsafe or untrustworthy.
Choose the best translation for '可疑' in the sentence: 这件事有点可疑。
可疑 means suspicious or doubtful.
Which word means 'suspicious'?
可疑 specifically means suspicious.
Complete the sentence: 那个人看起来很____。
The context suggests 'suspicious' is the most fitting adjective.
The word '可疑' means 'happy'.
可疑 means suspicious, not happy.
If something is '可疑', it means it is suspicious.
Yes, '可疑' directly translates to suspicious.
You can use '可疑' to describe a delicious food.
可疑 describes something suspicious, not delicious food. For delicious food, you would use 好吃 (hǎo chī).
I think that person is very suspicious.
This news sounds a bit doubtful.
Did you see anything suspicious?
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那件事很可疑。
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他看起来很可疑。
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这是一个可疑的情况。
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Write a short sentence saying 'This person is very suspicious.'
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这个人很可疑。
Write a simple question: 'Is this thing suspicious?'
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这个东西可疑吗？
Write a sentence saying 'I think this is very suspicious.'
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我觉得这很可疑。
Based on the passage, how does 'he' seem?
Read this passage:
他看起来很可疑。他一直在看我。
Based on the passage, how does 'he' seem?
The passage states '他看起来很可疑' which means 'He looks very suspicious'.
The passage states '他看起来很可疑' which means 'He looks very suspicious'.
What should you do with the package?
Read this passage:
这个包裹很可疑，我们不要碰它。
What should you do with the package?
The passage says '我们不要碰它', which means 'we should not touch it', because it is '很可疑' (very suspicious).
The passage says '我们不要碰它', which means 'we should not touch it', because it is '很可疑' (very suspicious).
Why is 'he' suspicious?
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为什么他那么可疑？他没有工作。
Why is 'he' suspicious?
The passage states '他没有工作', meaning 'He has no job', which is given as the reason for him being '那么可疑' (so suspicious).
The passage states '他没有工作', meaning 'He has no job', which is given as the reason for him being '那么可疑' (so suspicious).
这个人的行为很___。
The person's behavior is suspicious. '可疑' fits the context of someone's actions being questionable.
警察发现了一个___包裹。
The police found a suspicious package. '可疑' describes something that might be dangerous or questionable.
他的解释听起来有点___。
His explanation sounds a bit suspicious. '可疑' is used when something doesn't seem quite right.
那个陌生人站在门口，神情很___。
The stranger stood at the door with a suspicious expression. '可疑' describes someone's demeanor when they seem untrustworthy.
这笔钱的来源很___。
The source of this money is very suspicious. '可疑' is used to question the legitimacy of something.
不要相信那些___的广告。
Don't believe those suspicious advertisements. '可疑' applies to things that might be misleading or fraudulent.
Imagine you see a person acting strangely at a train station. Describe what you see using '可疑'.
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我在火车站看到一个可疑的人。他一直看着周围，好像在找什么。
You found an unlabeled package outside your door. How would you describe it using '可疑'?
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我家门口有一个可疑的包裹，上面没有写名字。
Your friend tells you a story that sounds a bit unbelievable. How would you express that the story is '可疑'?
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我朋友说的这个故事有点可疑，我不太相信。
根据这段话，箱子为什么可疑？
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他在街上看到一个可疑的箱子。箱子很旧，而且放在一个奇怪的地方。他觉得应该告诉警察。
根据这段话，箱子为什么可疑？
文章中明确提到“箱子很旧，而且放在一个奇怪的地方”是它可疑的原因。
文章中明确提到“箱子很旧，而且放在一个奇怪的地方”是它可疑的原因。
作者为什么觉得这个网站可疑？
Read this passage:
那个网站看起来很可疑。它要求我提供很多个人信息，但是网站设计很差，也没有联系方式。
作者为什么觉得这个网站可疑？
文章指出“它要求我提供很多个人信息，但是网站设计很差，也没有联系方式”是网站可疑的原因。
文章指出“它要求我提供很多个人信息，但是网站设计很差，也没有联系方式”是网站可疑的原因。
老师为什么觉得答案可疑？
Read this passage:
老师发现了一个可疑的答案。学生平时学习不好，但这次考试的答案却非常完美。
老师为什么觉得答案可疑？
文章中提到“学生平时学习不好，但这次考试的答案却非常完美”，所以老师觉得答案可疑。
文章中提到“学生平时学习不好，但这次考试的答案却非常完美”，所以老师觉得答案可疑。
The speaker is talking about someone who looks suspicious.
The speaker is asking about a suspicious package.
A guard noticed a suspicious person.
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他可疑的行为引起了大家的注意。
Focus: 可疑 (kěyí)
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我觉得这个消息很可疑，我们需要核实。
Focus: 核实 (héshí)
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你为什么觉得他很可疑？
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Imagine you are a detective. Describe a scene where you find something '可疑'. What makes it suspicious?
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当我进入房间时，我立刻注意到地板上的脚印。这些脚印很新，而且大小和形状都非常可疑，因为它们不属于这所房子里的任何人。这让我提高了警惕。
Write a short paragraph about a person whose behavior is '可疑'. What are they doing that seems suspicious?
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那个男人一直在街对面徘徊，他的眼神不停地扫视着周围，好像在寻找什么。每当有人看向他，他就会立刻低下头，这种可疑的举动让人感到不安。
You are a journalist reporting on a local event. Describe a '可疑' circumstance related to the event that needs further investigation.
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在这次离奇的失窃案中，最可疑的是，案发现场的监控录像竟然在关键时刻被删除了，这无疑给警方的调查带来了巨大的阻碍，需要进一步的彻查。
根据文章，为什么警方决定深入调查这家公司？
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警方接到了一个匿名举报，称一家公司存在可疑的资金流动。经过初步调查，发现这家公司的账目确实有一些不符之处，这加剧了警方的怀疑。他们决定进一步深入调查，以查明真相。
根据文章，为什么警方决定深入调查这家公司？
文章明确提到“发现这家公司的账目确实有一些不符之处，这加剧了警方的怀疑”，因此警方决定深入调查。
文章明确提到“发现这家公司的账目确实有一些不符之处，这加剧了警方的怀疑”，因此警方决定深入调查。
文章中，居民为什么觉得蒙面人“非常可疑”？
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在一个安静的小镇上，最近发生了一系列奇怪的事件。每天晚上，都会有人看到一个蒙面人在废弃的工厂附近徘徊。当地居民觉得这非常可疑，并开始互相猜测这个人的身份和目的。
文章中，居民为什么觉得蒙面人“非常可疑”？
文章提到蒙面人“每天晚上，都会有人看到一个蒙面人在废弃的工厂附近徘徊”，这些综合因素导致居民认为其可疑。
文章提到蒙面人“每天晚上，都会有人看到一个蒙面人在废弃的工厂附近徘徊”，这些综合因素导致居民认为其可疑。
根据文章，收件人为什么觉得这封信“非常可疑”？
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这封匿名的信件内容模糊不清，而且笔迹也显得有些刻意。收件人觉得这封信非常可疑，怀疑其中可能隐藏着不为人知的信息。他决定不予理会，但心中的疑虑始终挥之不去。
根据文章，收件人为什么觉得这封信“非常可疑”？
文章明确指出“这封匿名的信件内容模糊不清，而且笔迹也显得有些刻意。收件人觉得这封信非常可疑”。
文章明确指出“这封匿名的信件内容模糊不清，而且笔迹也显得有些刻意。收件人觉得这封信非常可疑”。
This sentence means 'His suspicious behavior attracted everyone's attention.' The structure is 'Subject + (adjective) + noun + verb phrase.'
This sentence means 'The police are investigating this suspicious disappearance case.' The structure is 'Subject + adverbial + verb + demonstrative + adjective + noun.'
This sentence means 'Don't easily believe those suspicious messages.' The structure is 'Negative command + adverbial + verb + demonstrative + adjective + noun.'
警方正在调查这起银行抢劫案中的所有___行为。
The police are investigating all suspicious activities in the bank robbery case. '可疑' means suspicious.
他的解释听起来很___，我不太相信。
His explanation sounds very suspicious; I don't quite believe it. '可疑' fits the context of not believing someone's explanation.
如果你发现任何___的邮件，千万不要打开。
If you find any suspicious emails, never open them. '可疑' describes emails that might contain viruses or scams.
这个陌生人在小区里徘徊，行迹十分___。
The stranger was loitering in the community, his behavior was very suspicious. '可疑' describes behavior that raises questions or concern.
根据线报，有___人士企图混入会场。
According to intelligence, suspicious individuals attempted to sneak into the venue. '可疑' refers to people who might pose a threat or have bad intentions.
法医报告显示，死因没有___之处。
The forensic report showed that there was nothing suspicious about the cause of death. '可疑' implies there are no questionable elements.
This sentence means 'His suspicious behavior attracted the police's attention.' The structure is 'Subject (他的可疑行为) + Verb (引起了) + Object (警方的注意).'
This sentence means 'These seem to be some somewhat suspicious transactions.' '这似乎是' (These seem to be) introduces the statement, followed by '一些有些可疑的交易' (some somewhat suspicious transactions).
This sentence means 'He always feels suspicious about everything around him.' '他总' (He always) is the subject, followed by '对周围一切' (about everything around him) and '感到可疑' (feels suspicious).
This sentence describes how someone's '可疑' (suspicious) '行为' (behavior) drew the '注意' (attention) of the '警方' (police). The structure places the adjective before the noun it modifies, and the verb phrase before the object.
This sentence is a command, '别' (don't) '再' (again) '做' (do) '那些' (those) '可疑的' (suspicious) '事情' (things). The word '的' connects the adjective to the noun, and '了' at the end indicates a change of state or a completed action in this context.
This sentence translates to 'Regarding this incident, there are many suspicious aspects.' '关于' (regarding) introduces the topic, '这起 事件' (this incident), followed by '有' (there are) '很多' (many) '可疑的' (suspicious) '地方' (places/aspects).
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有点
A1A little; somewhat; rather.
一点
A1A little; a bit; slightly.
可恶
A2Hateful; detestable; abominable.
心不在焉
A2Absent-minded; preoccupied.
接受地
A2Acceptingly; receptively.
成就感
B1Sense of achievement; fulfillment.
撒娇
A2To act like a spoiled child; to act cute.
上瘾
B1To be addicted to something.
沉迷
A2To be addicted to; to be engrossed in.
敬佩
B1Admiration; respect; reverence.
