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March 24, 2026
图书馆(圖書館)túshūguǎn(tu2shu1guan3)
图书馆 (tú shū guǎn) refers to a library, a place where books, magazines, and other resources are stored and made available for public use. Libraries are important cultural institutions that promote literacy and learning in communities.
Frequency#2931DifficultyEasy
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, libraries are often seen as quiet places for study and reflection, and many universities have extensive libraries that are central to student life. They commonly host events such as book fairs and lectures.
Memory Tip
Imagine a '图' (tú) with a '书' (shū) in its hand, walking into a '馆' (guǎn) that is filled with books. The visual of a book-carrying figure entering a library helps to remember both the meaning and pronunciation.
Meanings of 图书馆
túshūguǎn(tu2shu1guan3)
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About 图书馆
图书馆Simplified
圖書館Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#2931Frequency Rank
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HSK 2.0L3HSK 3.0L3ElementaryTOCFLL1HSKKL1CEFRA1
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AI Study Notes for 图书馆
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a '图' (tú) with a '书' (shū) in its hand, walking into a '馆' (guǎn) that is filled with books. The visual of a book-carrying figure entering a library helps to remember both the meaning and pronunciation.
Usage Notes
When using 图书馆, it's common to refer to it as a place for studying or borrowing books. Be mindful of the tones; incorrect pronunciation can change the meaning. For instance, don't confuse it with 图书 (tú shū) which means 'books'.
HSK Study Tips
As HSK Level 3 vocabulary, 图书馆 connects with other words related to education and learning, such as 学校 (xué xiào, school) and 书 (shū, book). Focus on using it in sentences that discuss studying or resources.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, libraries are often seen as quiet places for study and reflection, and many universities have extensive libraries that are central to student life. They commonly host events such as book fairs and lectures.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 图书馆 with 书房 (shū fáng), which means 'study room' at home. For example, saying '我在书房借书' (Wǒ zài shū fáng jiè shū) is incorrect; it should be '我在图书馆借书' (Wǒ zài tú shū guǎn jiè shū).
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Grammar Patterns of 图书馆
图书馆 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 2 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.
The old librarian illuminated some old books and manuscripts.
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那些珍贵的书籍都放在图书馆东馆的架子上.
nà xiē zhēn guì de shū jí dū fàng zài tú shū guǎn dōng guǎn de jià zǐ shàng.
Those rare books are shelved in the East Library.
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图书馆有几本新增加的书.
tú shū guǎn yǒu jī běn xīn zēng jiā de shū.
There are several new accessions to the library.
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图书馆的书按学科分类。
tú shū guǎn de shū àn xué kē fēn lèi。
The books in the library are classified according to subject.
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她有一幢非常漂亮的小房子，就在离图书馆不远处。
tā yǒu yī chuáng fēi cháng piāo liàng de xiǎo fáng zǐ， ， jiù zài lí tú shū guǎn bù yuǎn。
She's got the nicest little house not far from the library.
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他试着在图书馆里找过各种历书、年鉴和报纸。
tā shì zháo zài tú shū guǎn lǐ zhǎo guò gè zhǒng lì shū、 、 nián jiàn hé bào。
He tried the various almanacs, annuals and gazettes which were held in the library.
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暴乱者放火烧了当地的图书馆。
bào luàn zhě fàng huǒ shāo le dāng dì de tú shū guǎn。
The rioters torched the local library.
Cultural Notes for 图书馆
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, libraries are often seen as quiet places for study and reflection, and many universities have extensive libraries that are central to student life. They commonly host events such as book fairs and lectures.
🌏Cross-cultural Insight
Unlike in many Western countries where libraries often serve as community centers, Chinese libraries may focus more on academic resources and are typically quieter spaces.
Frequently Asked Questions about 图书馆
You can say '我去图书馆' (Wǒ qù tú shū guǎn).
图书馆 (library) is a place for borrowing books, while 书店 (bookstore) is a place for buying books.
It can be crowded, especially during exam periods when many students go to study.
