Private ownership defines property rights belonging to an individual or entity.
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- Refers to property owned by individuals rather than the state.
- Commonly used in economic and legal discussions.
- Opposite of public ownership or state ownership.
常见语境：在经济学讨论中，常提到“私有制”与“公有制”的对比；在法律语境中，常用于界定“私有财产神圣不可侵犯”；在日常生活中，人们也会讨论“私有空间”或“私有云”等科技概念。
- 1近义词辨析：“私有”侧重于所有权的归属，强调非公共性；“个人”侧重于主体，强调属于某个人；“私人”则更偏向于某种活动或物品的非公开性质。例如，“私人信件”强调保密性，而“私有土地”强调法律上的所有权归属。
Examples
这是他的私有财产，请不要乱动。
everydayThis is his private property, please do not touch it.
该公司已经完成了私有化改革。
formalThe company has completed its privatization reform.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
私有制
Private ownership system
私有土地
Private land
Often Confused With
Refers to the individual nature or privacy, rather than legal ownership.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
Use '私有' in formal or legal contexts to discuss ownership. It is not suitable for describing personal secrets or private feelings. Pair it with nouns like '财产' or '企业' for best effect.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use '私有' when they mean 'private/confidential'. Remember that '私有' is about rights, while '私密' is about secrecy.
Tips
Use with property-related nouns
It is most naturally used with nouns like property, enterprise, or land. It helps clarify who holds the legal rights.
Avoid using for personal secrets
Do not use '私有' to describe a secret or a private chat. Use '私人' or '私密' instead.
Economic context in China
In China, the concept of 'private ownership' has evolved significantly since the Reform and Opening-up policy, highlighting the growth of the private sector.
Word Origin
Derived from classical Chinese characters meaning 'self' and 'possess'. It has been used for centuries to denote personal belongings.
Cultural Context
The term reflects the shift towards market-oriented economies. It is a cornerstone of modern property rights discourse.
Memory Tip
Think of '私' (self) + '有' (have). If you have it for yourself, it is private property.
Frequently Asked Questions
3 questions“私有”侧重于所有权（Ownership），强调法律上的归属；“私人”侧重于非公开性（Privacy），常用于描述个人生活或非公共的活动。
“私有化”是指将原本属于国家或集体的企业、资产转变为私人所有的过程，是经济改革中常见的术语。
非常重要。它是现代法律体系中保护公民财产权的基础，明确界定了个人资产的合法边界。
Test Yourself
这片土地是他的___财产。
强调个人所有权，故选私有。
Score: /1
Summary
Private ownership defines property rights belonging to an individual or entity.
- Refers to property owned by individuals rather than the state.
- Commonly used in economic and legal discussions.
- Opposite of public ownership or state ownership.
Use with property-related nouns
It is most naturally used with nouns like property, enterprise, or land. It helps clarify who holds the legal rights.
Avoid using for personal secrets
Do not use '私有' to describe a secret or a private chat. Use '私人' or '私密' instead.
Economic context in China
In China, the concept of 'private ownership' has evolved significantly since the Reform and Opening-up policy, highlighting the growth of the private sector.
Examples
2 of 2这是他的私有财产，请不要乱动。
This is his private property, please do not touch it.
该公司已经完成了私有化改革。
The company has completed its privatization reform.
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