工整

gōngzhěng

fine work

HSK 7

Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"工整" describes something that is neat, tidy, and orderly. It is often used to describe handwriting, formatting, or the arrangement of objects. When you say something is "工整," you imply that it is done with care and precision, resulting in a clean and organized appearance.

Common Collocations

Usage Notes

"工整" is typically used in formal or semi-formal contexts, such as describing documents, handwriting, or physical arrangements. It conveys a positive evaluation of neatness and order. Avoid confusing it with "整齐," which also means neat but often emphasizes alignment or uniformity more than the careful craftsmanship implied by "工整."

Example Sentences

他的字写得很工整,容易辨认。

Tā de zì xiě de hěn gōngzhěng, róngyì biànrèn.

His handwriting is very neat and easy to read.

这份报告排版工整,结构清晰。

Zhè fèn bàogào páibǎn gōngzhěng, jiégòu qīngxī.

This report is neatly formatted with a clear structure.

请把桌子上的东西摆放得工整一些。

Qǐng bǎ zhuōzi shàng de dōngxī bǎifàng de gōngzhěng yīxiē.

Please arrange the items on the table neatly.