B2 noun Formal 1 min read

秩序

zhìxù /ʈʂɨ˥˩ ɕy˥˩/
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Order is the state of being organized and following established rules.

Word in 30 Seconds

  • Refers to a state of organized arrangement or sequence.
  • Essential for social stability and functional systems.
  • Often used with verbs like maintain, restore, or disrupt.

Overview

  1. 1概览：秩序（zhìxù）是一个抽象名词，核心含义是“有序”。它既可以描述物理空间中物品的摆放，也可以指社会运行的规律、法律或道德准则。2) 使用模式：在搭配上，秩序常与动词“维护”、“破坏”、“建立”、“恢复”连用。它强调的是一种系统性、组织性和可预测性。3) 常见语境：该词频繁出现于政治、法律、交通、公共礼仪等领域。例如，公共秩序（public order）是社会稳定的基础；课堂秩序则是教学顺利进行的保障。4) 近义词辨析：与“条理”相比，“秩序”更侧重于宏观的系统和结构，而“条理”多指个人思维或做事方式的清晰度。与“规则”相比，“秩序”是规则执行后的结果，而非规则本身。

Examples

1

请大家排队，保持秩序。

everyday

Please line up and maintain order.

2

我们需要建立新的国际秩序。

formal

We need to establish a new international order.

3

桌子上的书摆放得很有秩序。

informal

The books on the table are arranged with order.

4

社会秩序的稳定是经济增长的前提。

academic

The stability of social order is a prerequisite for economic growth.

Common Collocations

维护秩序 maintain order
公共秩序 public order
井然有序 in perfect order

Common Phrases

社会秩序

social order

课堂秩序

classroom order

恢复秩序

restore order

Often Confused With

秩序 vs 条理

Refers to the internal logic or clarity of thoughts and actions. It is more subjective and personal compared to the systemic nature of '秩序'.

Grammar Patterns

维护 + 秩序 破坏 + 秩序 井然 + 有序

How to Use It

Usage Notes

The word is formal and typically used in contexts involving society, law, or organizational systems. It is rarely used in casual conversation to describe personal items. Always pair it with verbs like 'maintain' or 'establish'.

Common Mistakes

Learners often use '秩序' to refer to personal habits, which is incorrect. It should be used for group or system-level organization. Avoid saying 'my room has no order' (use 'messy' instead).

Tips

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Think of a library system

Imagine a library where all books are in their correct places. That state of perfect organization is exactly what '秩序' describes.

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Do not confuse with rule

Remember that '秩序' is the result, not the rule itself. You obey a rule, but you maintain order.

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Social harmony in Chinese culture

In Chinese culture, maintaining social order is highly valued for collective stability. It reflects the Confucian ideal of everyone knowing their role.

Word Origin

The word combines 'zhì' (to govern/regulate) and 'xù' (sequence/series). It reflects the ancient philosophical idea that proper governance leads to a logical sequence of events.

Cultural Context

In Chinese society, '秩序' is deeply linked to the concept of harmony (He). A society with good order is seen as a society that is peaceful and prosperous.

Memory Tip

Think of 'zhì' as a system and 'xù' as a sequence. Together they mean a system in sequence.

Frequently Asked Questions

4 questions

规则是制定的准则，而秩序是规则运行后产生的有序状态。规则是因，秩序是果。

可以说“毫无秩序”或“乱七八糟”。“毫无秩序”侧重于缺乏系统性，而“乱七八糟”侧重于视觉上的混乱。

通常用于警察、保安或工作人员在公共场所防止混乱。例如，在排队时，工作人员需要维护现场秩序。

不可以，秩序是名词。如果想表达形容词含义，通常使用“有序的”。

Test Yourself

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警察来到现场，迅速恢复了交通___。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 秩序

交通秩序是固定搭配，指交通运行的有序状态。

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