讲究 jiǎngjiu to pay particular attention to
to pay particular attention to; carefully selected for quality; tastefully chosen
How to remember 讲究: 讲 talk + 究 investigate = to pay particular attention to.
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How it is used
- To be particular about / to pay careful attention to - 讲究卫生 (jiǎngjiu wèishēng) be particular about hygiene, 讲究穿着 fussy about dress.
- Also an adjective 'refined, exquisite': 这家餐厅很讲究 this restaurant is quite tasteful/elegant.
- Note neutral tone 究 (jiu). Implies standards and care, not carelessness (不讲究 = not fussy).
Example sentences
- 他穿着上很不讲究。 Tā chuānzhe shàng hěn bù jiǎngjiū.He's very sloppy in his dress.