查处

cháchǔ

to investigate and handle (a criminal case)

HSK 7 — —

한자 분해

Meaning and Usage

The verb '查处' means to investigate and punish illegal or improper behavior. It is commonly used in formal or official contexts, especially related to law enforcement, government regulation, or organizational discipline.

Common Contexts

You will often see '查处' in news reports about crime, corruption, environmental violations, or workplace misconduct. It implies not only investigation but also taking disciplinary or legal action.

Collocations and Patterns

Usage Notes

'查处' is a compound verb combining '查' (to investigate) and '处' (to deal with or punish). It is more formal and authoritative than simply '查' or '处理'. Avoid using it in casual conversation; it fits official or legal contexts.

Common Confusion

Do not confuse '查处' with '处理' (to handle or deal with), which is broader and less formal. '查处' specifically involves investigation and punishment, often by authorities.

예문

警方迅速查处了这起贪污案件。

Jǐngfāng xùnsù cháchǔ le zhè qǐ tānwū ànjiàn.

The police quickly investigated and punished this corruption case.

政府加强了对环境违法行为的查处力度。

Zhèngfǔ jiāqiáng le duì huánjìng wéifǎ xíngwéi de cháchǔ lìdù.

The government has intensified the investigation and punishment of

企业必须配合监管部门查处违法操作。

Qǐyè bìxū pèihé jiānguǎn bùmén cháchǔ wéifǎ cāozuò.

Enterprises must cooperate with regulatory authorities to investigate and