积极 (jī jí): Translation, Pronunciation and Example Sentences

The Chinese word 积极 means “positive” or “active” and is often used to describe someone who has a proactive attitude or takes initiative in a given situation. It can also refer to a positive outcome or result. For example, in a work setting, a boss may encourage their employees to be 积极 in their approach to problem-solving and decision-making. In daily life, someone may be described as 积极 if they are always looking for ways to improve themselves or their situation.

Translation

Adjective: positive, active

Pronunciation

Example Sentences

ChinesePinyinEngish
我们应该保持积极的态度wǒmen yīnggāi bǎochí jījí de tàidùWe should maintain a positive attitude
她是一个非常积极的人,总是充满活力tā shì yīgè fēicháng jījí de rén, zǒng shì chōngmǎn huólìShe is a very positive person, always full of energy
积极的思考能够帮助我们解决问题jījí de sīkǎo nénggòu bāngzhù wǒmen jiějué wèntíPositive thinking can help us solve problems
他的积极性让他在工作中获得了成功tā de jījíxìng ràng tā zài gōngzuò zhōng huòdéle chénggōngHis positivity has led him to success in his work
这个团队非常积极,总是充满创意zhège tuánduì fēicháng jījí, zǒng shì chōngmǎn chuàngyìThis team is very positive and always full of creativity
在面对挑战时,我们需要保持积极的心态zài miàn duì tiǎozhàn shí, wǒmen xūyào bǎochí jījí de xīntàiWhen facing challenges, we need to maintain a positive mindset

HSK

积极 is part of HSK Level 4 in HSK 2.0. In the newer HSK 3.0 it is part of HSK Level 3.

Learning Card

Learning card for Chinese word 积极 with Pinyin and English Translation