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March 24, 2026
星期xīngqī(xing1qi1)
星期 (xīng qī) refers to a week or the days of the week in Mandarin. It is commonly used in everyday contexts to discuss schedules, appointments, or any activities planned over the week. The term is also used when specifying certain days, like '星期一' (Monday) or '星期日' (Sunday).
Frequency#812DifficultyEasy
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the week typically begins on Monday, contrasting with some cultures where Sunday is the first day. The concept of a workweek is very structured in China, often leading to discussions about work-life balance.
Memory Tip
Imagine a star (星, xīng) shining brightly in the sky, representing the days that make up a week. The character '期' looks like a calendar page turning, reminding you that each week brings new days. Together, they form the idea of 'week'.
Meanings of 星期
xīngqī(xing1qi1)
1week
2day of the week
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星期Simplified
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a star (星, xīng) shining brightly in the sky, representing the days that make up a week. The character '期' looks like a calendar page turning, reminding you that each week brings new days. Together, they form the idea of 'week'.
Usage Notes
Be mindful of using 星期 when discussing days; for example, use '星期几' to ask 'What day of the week is it?'. Common mistakes include using '个' (gè) instead of '星期' when referring to days, as in '我有一个星期' instead of '我有星期'.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 1 word, 星期 connects well with other basic time-related vocabulary, such as '今天' (today) and '明天' (tomorrow). Focus on practicing its use in full sentences to describe schedules.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the week typically begins on Monday, contrasting with some cultures where Sunday is the first day. The concept of a workweek is very structured in China, often leading to discussions about work-life balance.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly combine '个' with 星期, saying '一个星期' instead of the correct form. Additionally, some may confuse the days, like saying '星期五' (Friday) when they mean '星期六' (Saturday).
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Grammar Patterns of 星期
星期 carries 4 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
tā yǒu kě néng bèi xuǎn zhōng cān jiā xīng qī sì duì yì dà lì de bǐ sài。
He is likely to be called up for Thursday's match against Italy.
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和父母呆了几个星期后，她感到自己毫无自由。
hé fù mǔ dāi le jī gè xīng qī hòu， ， tā gǎn dào zì jǐ háo wú zì。
After a few weeks with her parents, she felt she was suffocating.
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作为治疗的一部分，他接受了15个星期的病后护理。
zuò wéi zhì liáo de yī bù fēn， ， tā jiē shòu15 le 15 gè xīng qī de bìng hòu。
As part of the treatment, he attended 15 weeks of after-care.
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萨拉热窝遭受了几个星期以来最严重的一次破坏。
sà lā rè wō zāo shòu le jī gè xīng qī yǐ lái zuì yán zhòng de yī cì pò huài。
Sarajevo took one of its worst poundings in weeks.
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燕雀大约在12个星期大小的时候开始换羽毛。
yàn què dà yuē zài12 12 gè xīng qī dà xiǎo de shí hòu kāi shǐ huàn yǔ。
Finches start to moult at around twelve weeks of age.
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他们在海边呆了几个星期，皮肤晒得黝黑发亮。
tā mén zài hǎi biān dāi le jī gè xīng qī， ， pí fū shài dé yǒu hēi fā。
Their skin was tanned and glowing from their weeks at the sea.
Cultural Notes for 星期
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the week typically begins on Monday, contrasting with some cultures where Sunday is the first day. The concept of a workweek is very structured in China, often leading to discussions about work-life balance.
Frequently Asked Questions about 星期
You can ask '今天星期几?' which means 'What day of the week is it today?'.
Phrases like '星期一' (Monday) and '下个星期' (next week) are commonly used.
Yes, 星期 is appropriate for both informal and formal contexts when discussing time.
