正规

zhèngguī

regular

HSK 6

Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"正规" (zhèngguī) means "formal," "standard," or "according to rules." It is often used to describe things that are officially recognized, properly registered, or conform to established regulations.

Common Contexts

It frequently appears in contexts like companies, education, military, and procedures where legitimacy and adherence to rules are emphasized.

Collocations and Patterns

These collocations highlight the emphasis on official status and conformity to rules.

Usage Notes

When using "正规," speakers imply that something is legitimate and trustworthy because it follows the correct standards or laws. It contrasts with informal, unofficial, or irregular alternatives. Avoid confusing "正规" with "正常" (normal), which refers more to something being usual or typical rather than officially proper.

Example Sentences

这是一家正规注册的公司,信誉很好。

Zhè shì yī jiā zhèngguī zhùcè de gōngsī, xìnyù hěn hǎo.

This is a formally registered company with a good reputation.

他参加了正规军队的训练,纪律非常严格。

Tā cānjiāle zhèngguī jūnduì de xùnliàn, jìlǜ fēicháng yángé.

He underwent training in the regular army, where discipline is very strict.

我们应该遵守正规的程序来处理这个问题。

Wǒmen yīnggāi zūnshǒu zhèngguī de chéngxù lái chǔlǐ zhège wèntí.

We should follow the proper procedures to handle this issue.