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March 24, 2026
宾馆(賓館)bīnguǎn(bin1guan3)
宾馆 (bīnguǎn) refers to a guesthouse or hotel where travelers can stay temporarily. It is commonly used in the context of lodging for both tourists and business travelers, often implying a comfortable and affordable place to rest.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of hospitality is significant, and many travelers prefer staying in '宾馆' for a more authentic experience compared to larger hotels. This reflects the value placed on personalized service and local charm.
Memory Tip
Imagine a guest (宾) arriving at a quaint lodge (馆). The guest is greeted warmly, and the 'bīn' in 'bīnguǎn' sounds like 'bean,' which you might find in a cozy café within the lodge. Visualize this inviting scene to remember both the meaning and pronunciation!
Meanings of 宾馆
bīnguǎn(bin1guan3)
1guesthouse
2lodge
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About 宾馆
宾馆Simplified
賓館Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#4894Frequency Rank
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HSK 2.0L2HSK 3.0L3IntermediateTOCFLL5HSKKL3CEFRB2
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旅馆 (lǚguǎn) - use 宾馆 when emphasizing a more formal or upscale lodging experience, while 旅馆 typically suggests a simpler or more basic accommodation.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a guest (宾) arriving at a quaint lodge (馆). The guest is greeted warmly, and the 'bīn' in 'bīnguǎn' sounds like 'bean,' which you might find in a cozy café within the lodge. Visualize this inviting scene to remember both the meaning and pronunciation!
Usage Notes
While '宾馆' can be used in both formal and informal contexts, it is more common in everyday conversations about travel. Learners often confuse it with 酒店 (jiǔdiàn), which usually refers to a more luxurious hotel. Note the correct tones to avoid misunderstandings.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 2 word, '宾馆' connects to other travel-related vocabulary such as 旅馆 (lǚguǎn, inn) and 住宿 (zhùsù, accommodation). Focus on its use in sentences related to travel plans or lodging inquiries.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of hospitality is significant, and many travelers prefer staying in '宾馆' for a more authentic experience compared to larger hotels. This reflects the value placed on personalized service and local charm.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 宾馆 with 旅馆 (lǚguǎn), thinking they mean the same. Remember that 宾馆 is more commonly used for hotels that cater to both business and leisure travelers, while 旅馆 often refers to simpler inns. A wrong example would be saying '我想在旅馆订房' instead of '宾馆' when looking for a hotel.
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Grammar Patterns of 宾馆
宾馆 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 4 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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____正好坐落在商街的中段。
The hotel is set plumb in the middle of the high street.
The infrastructure, from hotels to transport, is old and decrepit.
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到8点时，他已经到达我住的宾馆了。
dào8 8 diǎn， shí ， tā yǐ jīng dào dá wǒ zhù de bīn。
By eight o'clock he had arrived at my hotel.
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他们刚在斯托克地区开了一家新宾馆。
tā mén gāng zài sī tuō kè dì qū kāi le yī jiā xīn bīn guǎn。
They've just opened a new hotel in the Stoke area.
10
10家豪华宾馆任你选择。
10 10 jiā háo huá bīn guǎn rèn nǐ xuǎn。
Take your pick from ten luxury hotels.
Cultural Notes for 宾馆
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of hospitality is significant, and many travelers prefer staying in '宾馆' for a more authentic experience compared to larger hotels. This reflects the value placed on personalized service and local charm.
Frequently Asked Questions about 宾馆
宾馆 usually refers to a guesthouse or a more modest hotel, while 酒店 denotes a more upscale hotel, often with more amenities.
You can say '我想在宾馆订一个房间' (wǒ xiǎng zài bīnguǎn dìng yīgè fángjiān), which means 'I would like to book a room at the guesthouse.'
Yes, 宾馆 is widely understood across China, though regional variations of lodging terms may exist.
