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形象

xíngxiàng

Let's talk about the Chinese word 形象 (xíngxiàng). It's a useful noun that you'll hear a lot.

Think of 形象 as meaning 'image' or 'public perception'. For example, if you say someone has a good 形象, it means they have a good reputation or a positive public image.

It can also refer to the visual 'form' or 'figure' of something. So, it's all about how something or someone appears or is perceived.

When talking about someone's 形象 (xíng xiàng), you're referring to their image or public perception. This can be about how they look, how they behave, or how others generally view them.

For example, a company might try to improve its 形象 through advertising, or a politician might be concerned about their 形象 after a scandal.

It can also refer to the form or shape of something, like a vivid literary 形象 (vivid literary image). So, it's about what something looks like, either literally or figuratively, and how it's perceived.

§ Understanding 形象 (xíngxiàng)

So, we've covered what 形象 means: image, form, or public perception. Now let's dive into some similar words you might encounter and how 形象 stands out.

§ 形象 vs. 印象 (yìnxiàng)

Both of these words relate to how something is perceived, but there's a key difference.

印象 (yìnxiàng)
Impression; effect; understanding. This refers more to the feeling or memory a person has about something or someone. It's often subjective and immediate.

Think of it this way:

  • 印象 is what you *feel* or *remember* after meeting someone or experiencing something.
  • 形象 is the more established, often public, representation or portrayal of something or someone. It's often something that is consciously built or maintained.

他对这个公司有很好的印象。(Tā duì zhège gōngsī yǒu hěn hǎo de yìnxiàng.)

He has a good impression of this company.

公司需要改善其公共形象。(Gōngsī xūyào gǎishàn qí gōnggòng xíngxiàng.)

The company needs to improve its public image.

§ 形象 vs. 外表 (wàibiǎo)

Sometimes, 形象 can refer to appearance, but it's not the same as 外表.

外表 (wàibiǎo)
Outward appearance; exterior. This focuses purely on physical looks.

While your 外表 contributes to your 形象, 形象 is a much broader concept.

  • 外表 is just what you look like.
  • 形象 includes your 外表, but also your behavior, reputation, and how others generally perceive you as a whole.

她的外表很吸引人。(Tā de wàibiǎo hěn xīyǐnrén.)

Her outward appearance is very attractive.

这个角色塑造的形象非常成功。(Zhège juésè sùzào de xíngxiàng fēicháng chénggōng.)

The image created for this character is very successful.

§ When to use 形象

You'll typically use 形象 when discussing:

  • The public image of a person, company, or brand.
  • The form or appearance of something that might be abstract or a concept.
  • The portrayal of a character in literature or media.
  • The overall impression or representation that someone or something projects.

It's a versatile word, but always remember it leans towards a more comprehensive and often public or constructed perception rather than just a fleeting impression or purely physical appearance.

How Formal Is It?

औपचारिक

"公司非常重视其在公众中的企业形象。 (Gōngsī fēicháng zhòngshì qí zài gōngzhòng zhōng de qǐyè xíngxiàng.) - The company places great importance on its corporate image among the public."

तटस्थ

"他给人的第一印象是自信和专业。 (Tā gěi rén de dì yī yìnxiàng shì zìxìn hé zhuānyè.) - His first impression (image) was confident and professional."

अनौपचारिक

"你得注意一下你的形象,别穿得太随便了。 (Nǐ dé zhùyì yīxià nǐ de xíngxiàng, bié chuān de tài suíbiàn le.) - You need to pay attention to your image; don't dress too casually."

Child friendly

"这只小狗的样子真可爱! (Zhè zhǐ xiǎogǒu de yàngzi zhēn kě'ài!) - This puppy's appearance (look) is so cute!"

बोलचाल

"他穿这件衣服挺有范儿的。 (Tā chuān zhè jiàn yīfu tǐng yǒu fàn'ér de.) - He looks quite stylish (has a good 'vibe') in these clothes."

उच्चारण मार्गदर्शिका

UK /ˈʃɪŋ.ʒjɑŋ/
US /ˈʃɪŋ.ʒjɑŋ/
short
तुकबंदी
光 (guāng) 房 (fáng) 旁 (páng)
आम गलतियाँ
  • The 'x' sound is often mispronounced. It's similar to the 'sh' in 'she', but with the tongue flatter against the roof of the mouth.
  • The 'i' in '形' is like the 'ee' in 'see'.
  • The 'iang' in '象' is a combination of 'ee' and 'ah-ng'. Pay attention to the nasal ending.

स्तर के अनुसार उदाहरण

1

她的形象很好。

Her image is very good.

2

这个公司的形象很专业。

This company's image is very professional.

3

他很注重自己的形象。

He pays great attention to his own image.

4

保持良好的形象很重要。

Maintaining a good image is very important.

5

这个雕塑的形象很生动。

The image of this sculpture is very vivid.

6

她改变了她的形象。

She changed her image.

7

这个电影的形象很特别。

The imagery of this movie is very special.

8

我们需要改善我们的企业形象。

We need to improve our corporate image.

सामान्य शब्द संयोजन

国家形象 (guójiā xíngxiàng) national image
企业形象 (qǐyè xíngxiàng) corporate image
个人形象 (gèrén xíngxiàng) personal image
维护形象 (wéihù xíngxiàng) to maintain an image
塑造形象 (sùzào xíngxiàng) to shape an image
改变形象 (gǎibiàn xíngxiàng) to change an image
提升形象 (tíshēng xíngxiàng) to enhance an image
良好形象 (liánghǎo xíngxiàng) good image
正面形象 (zhèngmiàn xíngxiàng) positive image
负面形象 (fùmiàn xíngxiàng) negative image

सामान्य वाक्यांश

他的形象很好。

His image is very good. (He has a good public perception.)

公司很重视品牌形象。

The company values brand image very much. (The company pays attention to its brand's public perception.)

这个电影的形象很生动。

The imagery in this movie is very vivid. (The visuals/forms in this movie are very lifelike.)

我们需要改善我们的国际形象。

We need to improve our international image. (We need to enhance how we are perceived globally.)

她的形象总是很专业。

Her image is always very professional. (She always presents herself professionally.)

不要破坏你的形象。

Don't ruin your image. (Don't damage your reputation.)

他成功塑造了一个好丈夫的形象。

He successfully shaped the image of a good husband. (He successfully created a public perception of being a good husband.)

这个角色的形象很深入人心。

This character's image is deeply rooted in people's hearts. (This character's portrayal is very memorable.)

政治家很注重自己的公众形象。

Politicians pay close attention to their public image. (Politicians care about how they are perceived by the public.)

这是公司的全新形象。

This is the company's brand new image. (This is how the company presents itself now.)

याद करें

स्मृति सहायक

Imagine a **sheen-shang** (形象) or 'image' of a person walking on a red carpet. The 'sheen' of the person and the 'shang' sound can help you remember '形象'.

दृश्य संबंध

Picture a famous celebrity on a red carpet, perfectly dressed and posing for cameras. This whole scene represents their '形象' or public image. Alternatively, think of a brand logo – that visual 'form' is its 形象.

Word Web

公司形象 (gōngsī xíngxiàng): company image 品牌形象 (pǐnpái xíngxiàng): brand image 个人形象 (gèrén xíngxiàng): personal image 维护形象 (wéihù xíngxiàng): maintain an image 树立形象 (shùlì xíngxiàng): establish an image

चैलेंज

Try to describe the '形象' (image/public perception) of a well-known public figure, a company, or even a city in China. For example, '这家公司的形象很好。' (Zhè jiā gōngsī de xíngxiàng hěn hǎo. This company's image is very good.) or '他很注重个人形象。' (Tā hěn zhùzhòng gèrén xíngxiàng. He pays great attention to his personal image.)

खुद को परखो 36 सवाल

multiple choice A1

Choose the best word to complete the sentence: 他在公司里有一个很好的___。

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: 形象 (image)

The sentence means 'He has a very good image in the company.' '形象' (xíngxiàng) means image or public perception, which fits the context best.

multiple choice A1

Which word describes how people see someone or something?

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: 形象 (image)

'形象' (xíngxiàng) directly translates to image or public perception, which is how people see someone or something.

multiple choice A1

她很注意自己的___,总是穿得很整齐。

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: 形象 (image)

The sentence means 'She pays great attention to her image, always dressing neatly.' '形象' (xíngxiàng) is the correct word here as it refers to her appearance and public perception.

true false A1

If someone has a '好形象' (hǎo xíngxiàng), it means people think well of them.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: सही

'好形象' means a good image, implying that people have a positive perception of them.

true false A1

The word '形象' (xíngxiàng) can be used to describe the appearance of a building.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: सही

'形象' (xíngxiàng) can refer to the form or appearance of something, including a building.

true false A1

When you talk about '公司形象' (gōngsī xíngxiàng), you are talking about the company's financial records.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: गलत

'公司形象' (gōngsī xíngxiàng) refers to the company's public image or perception, not its financial records.

sentence order A1

सेंटेंस बनाने के लिए नीचे शब्दों पर टैप करो
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: 他 的 形象 很 好 。

This sentence means 'His image is very good.' The correct order is subject (他), possessive particle (的), noun (形象), adverb (很), adjective (好), and then the period.

sentence order A1

सेंटेंस बनाने के लिए नीचे शब्दों पर टैप करो
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: 这个 公司 的 形象 不 错 。

This sentence means 'This company's image is not bad.' The correct order is demonstrative (这个), noun (公司), possessive particle (的), noun (形象), negative adverb (不), and adjective (错).

sentence order A1

सेंटेंस बनाने के लिए नीचे शब्दों पर टैप करो
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: 她 想 改变 自己 的 形象 。

This sentence means 'She wants to change her own image.' The correct order is subject (她), verb (想), verb (改变), reflexive pronoun (自己), possessive particle (的), and noun (形象).

fill blank A2

公司正在努力改善它的公共___。

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: 形象

The sentence talks about improving public perception, which is '形象'.

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这个艺术家用简单的线条勾勒出动物的___。

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: 形象

The artist is drawing the 'form' or 'image' of animals.

fill blank A2

保持一个积极的___对工作很重要。

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: 形象

Maintaining a positive 'image' or 'public perception' is important for work.

fill blank A2

他说话和做事的方式塑造了他的个人___。

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: 形象

His manner of speaking and acting shapes his personal 'image'.

fill blank A2

这本书描写了一个英雄的___。

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: 形象

The book describes the 'image' or 'figure' of a hero.

fill blank A2

为了给顾客留下好印象,店员们都穿着统一的___。

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: 形象

To leave a good impression, the staff wear uniforms that contribute to their 'image'.

multiple choice A2

她想在面试中留下一个好___。

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: 形象

The sentence is about leaving a good impression during an interview, which relates to 'image' or 'public perception'.

multiple choice A2

这个公司的___很好,大家都喜欢他们的产品。

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: 形象

The sentence indicates that everyone likes the company's products because of its good 'public perception' or 'image'.

multiple choice A2

他说话总是很直接,给人一种很坦诚的___。

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: 形象

Being direct in speech creates an 'image' or 'perception' of being honest.

true false A2

一个人的衣服和发型会影响他们的形象。

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: सही

Clothes and hairstyles are part of how someone presents themselves, which contributes to their 'image'.

true false A2

公司的形象只和它的产品质量有关,和客户服务无关。

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: गलत

A company's 'image' or 'public perception' is influenced by many factors, including product quality and customer service.

true false A2

在重要的场合,我们应该注意自己的形象。

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: सही

It's important to pay attention to your 'image' or 'how you are perceived' in important situations.

listening B1

The company's image is good.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: 这个公司的形象很好。
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
listening B1

He cares a lot about his image.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: 他对自己的形象很在意。
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
listening B1

Maintaining a good image is important for work.

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: 保持一个好的形象对工作很重要。
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
speaking B1

Read this aloud:

请你用“形象”说一个句子。

Focus: xíng xiàng

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
speaking B1

Read this aloud:

描述一下你心中“理想的形象”是什么样子的。

Focus: lǐ xiǎng de xíng xiàng

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
speaking B1

Read this aloud:

你认为品牌形象对销售重要吗?

Focus: pǐn pái xíng xiàng

सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब:
sentence order B1

सेंटेंस बनाने के लिए नीचे शब्दों पर टैप करो
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: 她的良好形象给人留下了深刻的印象

This sentence means 'Her good image left a deep impression on people.' The order starts with the subject '她的良好形象' (her good image), then '给' (to/for), the object '人' (people - implied here), the verb '留下了' (left), and finally the complement '深刻的印象' (a deep impression).

sentence order B1

सेंटेंस बनाने के लिए नीचे शब्दों पर टैप करो
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: 维护公司的品牌形象很重要

This sentence means 'Maintaining the company's brand image is very important.' The structure is '维护' (to maintain) + '公司的品牌形象' (the company's brand image) + '很重要' (is very important).

sentence order B1

सेंटेंस बनाने के लिए नीचे शब्दों पर टैप करो
सही! बिलकुल नहीं। सही जवाब: 他是一个非常正面的公众形象

This sentence means 'He is a very positive public figure.' The structure is '他' (he) + '是' (is) + '一个' (a) + '非常正面' (very positive) + '的' (possessive/descriptive particle) + '公众形象' (public image/figure).

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