Read word families with 化、式、型、性
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How it works
These endings form recurring word families. 化 often relates to making or becoming something; 性 often names a property. 式 can indicate a style or mode, and 型 a type or model.
The resulting word has its own conventional meaning and grammatical behavior. Learn a real combination rather than using every ending with the same base.
The pattern
Example sentences
这个软件可以简化工作流程。
This software can simplify the workflow.
我们需要提高系统的安全性。
We need to improve the security of the system.
Pinyin generally shows dictionary tones; tones can change in connected speech.
What to watch for
An ending does not determine a word’s use in every sentence. For example, 简化 works as a verb here, while 安全性 names a property.
Try it
Which ending in 安全性 helps name a property?
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性. 安全性 names the property of being secure or safe.
Syllabus reference
The topic is listed in the official 2025 syllabus. The explanation, examples and practice on this page are written for SenMandarin.
SenMandarin · Updated 2026-10-22