指正

zhǐzhèng
verb #25,945

Meanings

  1. 1 to point out mistakes for correction
  2. 2 to offer criticism
  3. 3 to correct

Examples

HSK 4
Qǐng gèwèi duōduō zhǐzhèng.
Please feel free to point out any mistakes.
HSK 4
Lǎoshī zhǐzhèng le tā de cuòwù.
The teacher pointed out and corrected his mistakes.
HSK 7-9
Rú yǒu búdàng zhī chù, jìngqǐng zhǐzhèng.
If there are any shortcomings, we respectfully invite your corrections.

Tips

usage
指正 is often used in a polite, humble context - the speaker invites others to point out their errors. It frequently appears in formal letters, presentations, or public speaking as 请多指正 (please feel free to correct me).

Stroke Order

指 zhǐ
正 zhèng