关注
To pay close attention to something or someone. In a digital context, it also means to 'follow' an account or page.
Examples
3 of 5请关注我们的公众号获取最新消息。
Please follow our official account for the latest news.
科学家们正在密切关注全球变暖的趋势。
Scientists are closely following the trend of global warming.
这部电影引起了社会的广泛关注。
This movie has attracted widespread social attention.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of 'pouring' (注) your 'gaze' (关 - close to eye/observation).
Quick Quiz
这篇文章____了城市化对环境的影响。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 关注
Examples
请关注我们的公众号获取最新消息。
informalPlease follow our official account for the latest news.
科学家们正在密切关注全球变暖的趋势。
academicScientists are closely following the trend of global warming.
这部电影引起了社会的广泛关注。
formalThis movie has attracted widespread social attention.
我们需要关注员工的心理健康。
businessWe need to pay attention to employees' mental health.
别总关注别人的缺点。
everydayDon't always focus on other people's shortcomings.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
备受关注
receive much attention
持续关注
continue to follow/monitor
关注点
point of focus
Often Confused With
关心 is more emotional (care about), while 关注 is more objective (pay attention to/monitor).
Usage Notes
Very common in modern Chinese due to social media (following users).
Common Mistakes
Don't use it as 'watch' (look at TV); use it for 'paying attention to an issue'.
Memory Tip
Think of 'pouring' (注) your 'gaze' (关 - close to eye/observation).
Word Origin
From '关' (connection/concern) and '注' (pour/focus).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
这篇文章____了城市化对环境的影响。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 关注
Related Vocabulary
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支持
B1To give assistance to or agree with a person or idea. In academics, it refers to providing evidence for an argument.
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倡导
B1To advocate or initiate a cause, policy, or lifestyle; to publicly recommend or support something.
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伦理
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遗产
B1Property, culture, or traditions passed down from predecessors; heritage or inheritance.
福利
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权威
B1The power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience. It also refers to a person or organization with extensive knowledge in a subject.
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