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整齐
zhěngqí
neat and tidy
她的房间总是收拾得很整齐。
Her room is always kept neat and tidy.
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Neat and tidy in appearance or arrangement.
桌上的文件摆放得非常整齐。
The documents on the desk are arranged very neatly.
士兵们站得整整齐齐的。
The soldiers stood in perfect formation.
Used for physical objects, arrangements, or abstract concepts like plans or schedules.
neutral
Consistent in style or pattern; uniform.
这套西装的颜色很整齐。
The colors of this suit are very uniform.
Often used for clothing, designs, or organizational structures.
neutral
Well-organized and systematic.
她的工作方法很整齐。
Her work methods are very systematic.
Refers to processes, workflows, or methodologies.
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Pro Tip
Common Mistakes
Avoid using 整齐 to describe cleanliness alone (e.g., 'clean room' should use 整洁). 整齐 focuses on arrangement and uniformity.
Gold Rule
When to Use 整齐
Use 整齐 when describing objects, groups, or systems that are neatly arranged, uniform in style, or systematically organized. It does not imply hygiene or absence of dirt.
Word Origin
整 (zhěng) means 'to put in order' or 'to adjust,' and 齐 (qí) means 'even,' 'uniform,' or 'in alignment.' The compound emphasizes both orderliness and uniformity in arrangement.
Usage Notes
整齐 is commonly used in both physical and abstract contexts. It emphasizes consistency and order rather than just cleanliness (use 整洁 for cleanliness).
Word Breakdown
整
to put in order; to adjust
root齐
even; uniform; in alignment
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