The word describes both physical clarity and mental understanding.
Word in 30 Seconds
- Used to describe something clear or distinct.
- Indicates a deep or thorough understanding of a topic.
- Commonly used in daily communication to verify clarity.
Overview
- 1概述：‘清楚的’是一个基础且高频的形容词，在中文交流中应用广泛。它不仅能描述客观存在的清晰度，还能描述主观上的认知状态。2) 用法模式：在句中，它通常放在名词前作定语（如：清楚的答案），或在动词后作补语（如：看得很清楚）。它常与‘得’字搭配，构成‘动词+得+清楚’的结构。3) 常见语境：在日常对话中，人们常用来确认对方是否听懂（你听清楚了吗？）；在工作场景中，用于强调逻辑或计划的明确性（我们需要一个清楚的方案）。4) 近义词辨析：‘清楚的’强调的是‘不模糊、易理解’；‘清晰的’侧重于‘轮廓、线条或声音的锐利度’；‘明白的’则更多指心理层面的领悟。
Examples
请把字写清楚一点。
everydayPlease write the characters more clearly.
这份报告的逻辑非常清楚。
formalThe logic of this report is very clear.
我记得很清楚，就是昨天。
informalI remember clearly, it was yesterday.
我们需要清楚的定义来开展研究。
academicWe need a clear definition to conduct research.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
说清楚
explain it clearly
听清楚
hear clearly
看清楚
see clearly
Often Confused With
Refers more to the sharpness of images or sound. '清晰' is often used for high-definition displays or clear audio, while '清楚' is more general.
Focuses on the state of understanding. '明白' is about 'getting it', whereas '清楚' is about the 'clarity of the information itself'.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
The word '清楚' is versatile and works in almost all registers. In formal writing, it often functions as a predicate to state facts clearly. In daily speech, it is frequently used as a complement to verbs like 'hear' or 'see'. It is neutral in tone and widely accepted in professional settings.
Common Mistakes
Learners often put '清楚' before the verb incorrectly. For example, saying '清楚看' instead of '看清楚'. Remember that when describing an action's result, '清楚' should follow the verb. Also, avoid using it to describe the weather.
Tips
Use with verb-complement structure
Combine with '得' to describe the degree of clarity. For example, '看清楚' (see clearly) is more common than just '清楚'.
Don't confuse with 'Clear' as in weather
While 'clear' in English describes weather, use '晴朗' for clear weather. '清楚' is strictly for clarity of perception or information.
Cultural emphasis on clarity
In Chinese culture, being '清楚' (clear) about one's duties or boundaries is highly valued in social and professional harmony.
Word Origin
The character 清 (qīng) originally relates to water being pure and clear. The character 楚 (chǔ) refers to being distinct or orderly, historically related to a branch or clear view.
Cultural Context
In Chinese, being '清楚' is associated with intelligence and efficiency. People who can explain things in a '清楚' way are highly respected in educational and business environments.
Memory Tip
Think of 'Clear' as a light turning on in a dark room. When the light is on, everything is '清楚' (clear).
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions‘清楚的’使用范围更广，既能指视觉听觉，也能指逻辑思维。‘清晰的’则更侧重于视觉或听觉上的锐利和鲜明。
你可以说‘请给我一个清楚的解释’，或者‘我记不清了，但我记得很清楚’。它在句子中非常灵活。
不一定。作谓语时通常不需要‘的’，例如‘这件事很清楚’。只有在修饰名词时才需要‘的’。
你可以说‘我没听清楚’。这是最标准且礼貌的表达方式。
Test Yourself
老师的讲解非常___，大家都听懂了。
形容讲解的内容易懂，用‘清楚’。
哪一句表达是正确的？
‘动词+得+清楚’是标准的补语用法。
话 / 你 / 清楚 / 说 / 吗 / ？
主语+谓语+形容词的结构。
Score: /3
Summary
The word describes both physical clarity and mental understanding.
- Used to describe something clear or distinct.
- Indicates a deep or thorough understanding of a topic.
- Commonly used in daily communication to verify clarity.
Use with verb-complement structure
Combine with '得' to describe the degree of clarity. For example, '看清楚' (see clearly) is more common than just '清楚'.
Don't confuse with 'Clear' as in weather
While 'clear' in English describes weather, use '晴朗' for clear weather. '清楚' is strictly for clarity of perception or information.
Cultural emphasis on clarity
In Chinese culture, being '清楚' (clear) about one's duties or boundaries is highly valued in social and professional harmony.
Examples
4 of 4请把字写清楚一点。
Please write the characters more clearly.
这份报告的逻辑非常清楚。
The logic of this report is very clear.
我记得很清楚，就是昨天。
I remember clearly, it was yesterday.
我们需要清楚的定义来开展研究。
We need a clear definition to conduct research.
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