B1 noun Neutral

意义

/î î/

The importance or value of something, or the intended meaning of a word, action, or event.

Examples

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1

我们要过一个有意义的假期。

We should have a meaningful holiday.

2

这个词在不同语境下有不同的意义。

This word has different meanings in different contexts.

3

这样做没什么意义。

There is not much point in doing this.

Word Family

Noun
意义
Adjective
有意义的
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Memory Tip

意 means 'intent/idea', 义 means 'justice/meaning'. The core idea of value.

Quick Quiz

他的工作对社会发展具有深远的___。

Correct!

The correct answer is: 意义

Examples

1

我们要过一个有意义的假期。

everyday

We should have a meaningful holiday.

2

这个词在不同语境下有不同的意义。

formal

This word has different meanings in different contexts.

3

这样做没什么意义。

informal

There is not much point in doing this.

4

该发现具有深远的科学意义。

academic

The discovery has profound scientific significance.

5

这次合作对两家公司都有重要意义。

business

This cooperation is of great significance to both companies.

Word Family

Noun
意义
Adjective
有意义的

Common Collocations

深刻意义 profound meaning
现实意义 practical significance
历史意义 historical significance
象征意义 symbolic meaning
具有意义 to have significance

Common Phrases

毫无意义

completely meaningless

人生意义

meaning of life

深层意义

deeper meaning

Often Confused With

意义 vs 意思

意思 is more informal and can mean 'fun' or 'opinion', while 意义 is formal and refers to 'significance' or 'philosophical meaning'.

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Usage Notes

Used when discussing the value or impact of a research finding or event.

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Common Mistakes

Learners often use '意思' when '意义' is required in academic writing.

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Memory Tip

意 means 'intent/idea', 义 means 'justice/meaning'. The core idea of value.

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Word Origin

From '意' (thought/idea) and '义' (meaning/righteousness).

Grammar Patterns

具有 + ...的意义 对...有意义

Quick Quiz

他的工作对社会发展具有深远的___。

Correct!

The correct answer is: 意义

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