意味着
To mean, signify, or imply. It links a fact to its logical consequence or meaning.
Examples
3 of 5看到红灯意味着你必须停下来。
Seeing a red light means you must stop.
签约意味着合作的正式开始。
Signing the contract signifies the formal start of cooperation.
全球变暖意味着海平面的上升。
Global warming implies a rise in sea levels.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of '意义' (meaning) + '着' (marker). It 'is carrying' a meaning.
Quick Quiz
通过这项考试___你已经掌握了基础知识。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 意味着
Examples
看到红灯意味着你必须停下来。
everydaySeeing a red light means you must stop.
签约意味着合作的正式开始。
businessSigning the contract signifies the formal start of cooperation.
全球变暖意味着海平面的上升。
academicGlobal warming implies a rise in sea levels.
这并不意味着我们可以放松警惕。
formalThis does not mean we can let our guard down.
没回消息并不意味着我不理你。
informalNot replying doesn't mean I'm ignoring you.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
这意味着什么
what does this mean?
这意味着...
This implies that...
这意味着机会
this means opportunity
Often Confused With
'意思是' is more informal and used to explain definitions; '意味着' is more formal and used for logical implications.
Usage Notes
A high-scoring transition word for explaining the significance of data or an argument in IELTS.
Common Mistakes
Learners often forget the '着' (zhe) at the end, which is part of the standard verb form in this context.
Memory Tip
Think of '意义' (meaning) + '着' (marker). It 'is carrying' a meaning.
Word Origin
From 'meaning' (意义) and 'taste/flavor' (味).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
通过这项考试___你已经掌握了基础知识。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 意味着
Related Vocabulary
More logic words
对应
B1To correspond to or match something else. It describes a relationship where one thing relates directly to another in a different system.
尽管
B1Used to introduce a fact that makes the main statement surprising. It functions like 'although' or 'even though' in English.
具体
B1Relating to a particular thing rather than a general one; clear and detailed. It is the opposite of abstract or vague.
不仅
B1Used to indicate that something else is also true in addition to the first thing mentioned. It is usually paired with '而且' or '也'.
实际上
B1Used to emphasize the real facts of a situation, especially when they are different from what people believe or expect. Functions like 'actually' or 'in fact'.
确定
B1To decide definitely or to find out exactly. It involves making something certain or confirming a fact.
绝对
B1Not qualified or limited in any way; total. Used to emphasize that something is completely true or certain.
反之
B1Conversely; on the contrary; otherwise. It is used to introduce a statement that is the opposite or the reverse of the one previously mentioned.
归纳
B1To summarize or conclude from a set of facts or observations; to categorize information into a general rule.
关联
B1A connection between two or more things; to be linked or associated.
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