更正

gēng zhèng

HSK 2.0 Level 6 HSK 3.0 Level 7 Verb Uncommon

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Definitions

1. to correct
2. to make a correction

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Word relationships

Related words

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• 修改 xiū gǎi 修改 xiū gǎi to amend 修改 means to revise or modify something, not necessarily to correct a mistake.: to amend
• 订正 dìng zhèng 订正 dìng zhèng to make a correction 订正 is used specifically for textual corrections, such as proofreading.: to make a correction

Synonyms

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• 纠正 jiū zhèng 纠正 jiū zhèng to correct Both mean to correct an error, but 纠正 is more formal and often used in official or educational contexts.: to correct
• 改正 gǎi zhèng 改正 gǎi zhèng to correct 改正 emphasizes correcting a mistake or bad habit.: to correct

Usage notes

Common mistakes

更正 is mainly used for factual errors or official statements; avoid using it for personal habits or behavior.

Example Sentences

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请 更正 这份文件中的错误。

Please correct the errors in this document.

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Child Words of 更正

• 更 更 gēng: to change or replace
• 更 更 gèng: more
• 正 正 zhēng: first month of the lunar year
• 正 正 zhèng: straight