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休闲 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
休闲xiūxiánleisureHSK 5, v, rank #7997, Hard
休闲xiūxiánrelaxationHSK 5, v, rank #7997, Hard
休闲xiūxiánnot workingHSK 5, v, rank #7997, Hard
休闲xiūxiánidleHSK 5, v, rank #7997, Hard
休闲xiūxiánto enjoy leisureHSK 5, v, rank #7997, Hard
休闲xiūxiánto lie fallowHSK 5, v, rank #7997, Hard
xiūxián(xiu1xian2) T1
  1. 1leisure
  2. 2relaxation
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March 24, 2026
休闲(休閒)xiūxián(xiu1xian2)

休闲 (xiūxián) refers to leisure or relaxation, emphasizing a state of not working and enjoying free time. It is commonly used in contexts such as discussing activities that people engage in during their downtime, like hobbies, travel, or simply resting.

Frequency#7997DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of leisure is often intertwined with family and social gatherings, especially during holidays where people take time to relax together, reflecting the importance of community in leisure activities.

Memory Tip

Imagine a person (the character '休' is a person lying down under a tree) taking a break from work (the character '闲' represents the absence of hustle). Picture them enjoying a sunny day, emphasizing the joy of relaxation and leisure.

Meanings of 休闲

xiūxián(xiu1xian2)
1leisure
2relaxation
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About 休闲

休闲Simplified
休閒Traditional
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#7997Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateHSKKL3BCT✓CEFRB2

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AI Study Notes for 休闲

Quick Contrast

放松 (fàngsōng) vs 休闲 (xiūxián): use 休闲 when referring to leisure activities or free time, while 放松 emphasizes the act of relaxing or relieving stress.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a person (the character '休' is a person lying down under a tree) taking a break from work (the character '闲' represents the absence of hustle). Picture them enjoying a sunny day, emphasizing the joy of relaxation and leisure.

Usage Notes

Be cautious with the tone of this word; ensure that '休' (first tone) and '闲' (second tone) are pronounced correctly. It is often used in informal contexts, so it may not be suitable for formal reports or business communication. Common collocations include '休闲活动' (leisure activities) and '休闲时间' (leisure time).

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK Level 5 word, 休闲 connects well with other vocabulary related to lifestyle and hobbies. Focus on using it alongside words like '工作' (work) and '娱乐' (entertainment) to enhance your understanding of contrasts between work and leisure.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of leisure is often intertwined with family and social gatherings, especially during holidays where people take time to relax together, reflecting the importance of community in leisure activities.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 休闲 with '休息' (xiūxí), which means rest. For example, saying '我喜欢休息活动' (I like rest activities) is incorrect; it should be '我喜欢休闲活动' (I like leisure activities).

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Component Characters

休Xiūto rest
HSK 26 strokes亻
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闲xiánto stay idle
HSK 57 strokes门
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Grammar Patterns of 休闲

休闲 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 6 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.

Exercise 1 of 4

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这些____设施是供客人使用的。

The leisure facilities are there for the use of guests.

Example Sentences for 休闲 (7)

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这些休闲设施是供客人使用的。

zhè xiē xiū xián shè shī shì gōng kè rén shǐ yòng de。

The leisure facilities are there for the use of guests.
2
他们的休闲服系列瞄准的是追求时髦的13到25岁青少年。

tā mén de xiū xián fú xì liè miáo zhǔn de shì zhuī qiú shí máo de13 1325 dào 25 suì qīng。

Their range of leisurewear is aimed at fashion-conscious 13 to 25 year-olds.
3
休闲中心是一个狭长而低矮的现代建筑。

xiū xián zhōng xīn shì yī gè xiá cháng ér dī ǎi de xiàn dài jiàn zhù。

The Leisure Center is a long and low modern building.
4
这种布置让人想起都市里的艺术休闲中心。

zhè zhǒng bù zhì ràng rén xiǎng qǐ dū shì lǐ de yì shù xiū xián zhōng xīn。

The decor was reminiscent of a municipal arts-and-leisure centre.
5
休闲健身中心晚上9点关门。

xiū xián jiàn shēn zhōng xīn wǎn shàng9 9 diǎn guān。

The spa closes at 9:00 pm.
6
约翰逊穿着休闲，宽松的长裤配淡蓝色高尔夫衬衫。

yuē hàn xùn chuān zháo xiū xián， ， kuān sōng de cháng kù pèi dàn lán sè gāo ěr fū chèn。

Johnson was clad casually in slacks and a light blue golf shirt.
7
公共区由水池畔花园 、 沙滩及休闲花园组成.全都维持良好,且富款待感.

gōng gòng qū yóu shuǐ chí pàn huā yuán、 、 shā tān jí xiū xián huā yuán zǔ. chéng . quán dū wéi chí, liáng hǎo , qiě fù.

Public areas are consist of poolside gardens, beach and resort gardens.

Cultural Notes for 休闲

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, the concept of leisure is often intertwined with family and social gatherings, especially during holidays where people take time to relax together, reflecting the importance of community in leisure activities.

Frequently Asked Questions about 休闲

It's generally more appropriate in informal contexts, so consider using synonyms like '放松' (relax) in formal situations.