Meaning and Usage
"查明" means to investigate and clarify facts or causes. It is often used in formal contexts such as police investigations, official inquiries, or any situation where the truth needs to be uncovered clearly.
Common Collocations
- 查明原因 (investigate the cause): used when determining the reason behind an event.
- 查明事实 (clarify the facts): used to confirm the truth in a situation.
- 查明真相 (find out the truth): emphasizes uncovering the real situation.
Usage Notes
"查明" implies a thorough and conclusive investigation, not just a casual check. It often appears in news reports, legal contexts, and formal discussions. Unlike "调查" (investigate), which can be broader, "查明" stresses the result of making something clear or confirmed.
Common Confusion
Do not confuse "查明" with "查找" (to search for). "查明" focuses on clarifying or confirming facts, while "查找" is about searching or looking for something physically or information-wise.