牵涉

qiān shè

HSK 3.0 Level 7 Verb Uncommon

Definitions

1. to involve
2. implicated

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Word relationships

Antonyms

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无关

wú guān

unrelated

When meaning 'to involve' vs. 'to have nothing to do with'.

Related words

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牵连

qiān lián

to implicate

Often used for negative implications, like being implicated in a crime.

有关

yǒu guān

to have sth to do with

Related or concerned with, often used in neutral or positive contexts.

Synonyms

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涉及

shè jí

to involve

When meaning 'to involve' in the sense of relating to or concerning something.

Usage notes

Common mistakes

Learners often confuse 牵涉 with 涉及, but 牵涉 emphasizes a stronger or more complicated connection, often with negative consequences.

Example Sentences

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这件事牵涉很多人。

This matter involves many people.

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Words Containing 牵涉

牵涉到

qiān shè dào