居家办公 (jūjiābàngōng) refers to the practice of working from home instead of commuting to a traditional office. This term has become increasingly relevant due to recent global events that have shifted many jobs to remote settings. It emphasizes a blend of home life and professional responsibilities.
HSK 4, 32 strokes, Hard
jūjiābàngōng(ju1jia1ban4gong1) T1
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May 27, 2026
居家办公jūjiābàngōng(ju1jia1ban4gong1)
居家办公 (jūjiābàngōng) refers to the practice of working from home instead of commuting to a traditional office. This term has become increasingly relevant due to recent global events that have shifted many jobs to remote settings. It emphasizes a blend of home life and professional responsibilities.
Strokes32Frequency#—DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
The rise of 居家办公 reflects a significant shift in work culture in China, particularly in urban areas. It highlights the increasing acceptance of flexible work arrangements and the impact of technology on daily life.
Memory Tip
Imagine a cozy home office where you can work in your pajamas. The character '居' (jū) suggests a place to live, and '家' (jiā) means home, while '办公' (bàngōng) relates to office work. Picture yourself comfortably balancing work and home in this space.
About 居家办公
居家办公Simplified
32Strokes
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成语chéngyǔidiom (id.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L4IntermediateHSKKL2CEFRB1
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AI Study Notes for 居家办公
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a cozy home office where you can work in your pajamas. The character '居' (jū) suggests a place to live, and '家' (jiā) means home, while '办公' (bàngōng) relates to office work. Picture yourself comfortably balancing work and home in this space.
Usage Notes
This term is commonly used in discussions about modern work practices, especially in informal contexts. Be careful not to confuse it with similar phrases like '远程工作' (yuǎnchéng gōngzuò), which specifically means remote work without the home connotation. Pay attention to the tones, as a mispronunciation can change meanings.
HSK Study Tips
At HSK Level 4, focus on understanding the context in which 居家办公 is used, particularly in discussions about work-life balance. This term connects to other vocabulary related to work and home, like '工作' (gōngzuò - work) and '家' (jiā - home).
Cultural Note
The rise of 居家办公 reflects a significant shift in work culture in China, particularly in urban areas. It highlights the increasing acceptance of flexible work arrangements and the impact of technology on daily life.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly say '在家工作' (zài jiā gōngzuò) when they want to refer to 居家办公, which can sound less formal. The correct usage emphasizes the blend of home and office in 居家办公.
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Cultural Notes for 居家办公
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The rise of 居家办公 reflects a significant shift in work culture in China, particularly in urban areas. It highlights the increasing acceptance of flexible work arrangements and the impact of technology on daily life.
Frequently Asked Questions about 居家办公
It means working from home instead of going to an office.
It is more commonly used in informal contexts but can be used in discussions about workplace policies.
Make sure to use the correct tones: 'jū' (first tone), 'jiā' (first tone), 'bàng' (fourth tone), 'gōng' (first tone).
