主观

zhǔguān

subjective

HSK 5

Character Breakdown

Understanding 主观 (zhǔguān)

The adjective 主观 means "subjective," referring to perspectives, feelings, or judgments influenced by personal opinions rather than external facts. It often contrasts with 客观 (kèguān), meaning "objective."

Usage in Context

主观 is frequently used to describe opinions, evaluations, or feelings that are personal and may not be universally shared. For example, when someone says "评价主观," they imply the evaluation is biased by personal feelings.

Common Collocations

  • 主观感受 (subjective feeling): emphasizes personal emotional experience.
  • 主观偏见 (subjective bias): refers to prejudices based on personal views.
  • 主观判断 (subjective judgment): decisions influenced by personal opinion.

Nuances and Tips

Using 主观 often implies a caution against letting personal feelings cloud impartiality. It is common in academic, artistic, and everyday contexts where distinguishing between personal and objective views matters. Avoid confusing 主观 with 客观; the former is personal, the latter factual.

Summary

Mastering 主观 helps learners express and recognize personal perspectives, a key skill in nuanced communication.

Example Sentences

他的评价太主观了,没有考虑客观事实。

Tā de píngjià tài zhǔguān le, méiyǒu kǎolǜ kèguān shìshí.

His evaluation is too subjective and does not consider objective facts.

在艺术创作中,主观感受非常重要。

Zài yìshù chuàngzuò zhōng, zhǔguān gǎnshòu fēicháng zhòngyào.

In artistic creation, subjective feelings are very important.

我们应该尽量避免主观偏见,保持公正。

Wǒmen yīnggāi jǐnliàng bìmiǎn zhǔguān piānjiàn, bǎochí gōngzhèng.

We should try to avoid subjective bias and maintain fairness.