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March 24, 2026
学问(學問)xuéwen(xue2wen5)
学问 (xuéwèn) refers to knowledge or learning, often in a scholarly or academic context. It encompasses not just facts but also the understanding and wisdom gained through study and experience. This term is commonly used in discussions about education, expertise, and intellectual pursuits.
Frequency#19037DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the pursuit of 学问 is highly valued, often associated with Confucian ideals of learning and self-improvement. The concept reflects the importance of education and scholarship in traditional and modern Chinese society.
Memory Tip
Think of 学 (xué) as a student sitting at a desk with books, symbolizing learning, while 问 (wèn) resembles a person raising their hand to ask questions, representing inquiry and knowledge-seeking. Together, they depict the journey of acquiring knowledge through asking and learning.
Meanings of 学问
xuéwen(xue2wen5)
1learning
2knowledge
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About 学问
学问Simplified
學問Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#19037Frequency Rank
个Measure Word
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L6IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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Quick Contrast
知识 (zhīshi) refers specifically to knowledge or information, while 学问 (xuéwèn) implies a deeper understanding and scholarly context.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 学 (xué) as a student sitting at a desk with books, symbolizing learning, while 问 (wèn) resembles a person raising their hand to ask questions, representing inquiry and knowledge-seeking. Together, they depict the journey of acquiring knowledge through asking and learning.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 学问 with 知识 (zhīshì), which also means knowledge but is more general and less academic. Use 学问 in formal discussions about education or expertise. Be careful with the tones: incorrect pronunciation can lead to misunderstandings.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 5 word, 学问 connects with other academic terms like 学习 (xuéxí - to study) and 知识 (zhīshì - knowledge). Focus on using学问 in contexts that emphasize academic or specialized knowledge, and practice distinguishing it from more general terms.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the pursuit of 学问 is highly valued, often associated with Confucian ideals of learning and self-improvement. The concept reflects the importance of education and scholarship in traditional and modern Chinese society.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly use 学问 in casual contexts, where 知识 would be more appropriate. For example, saying '我有很多学问' (I have a lot of knowledge) sounds overly formal; it should be '我有很多知识'.
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Grammar Patterns of 学问
学问 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 3 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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或然性和自由意志这两个哲____题是紧密相关的。
The philosophical problems of chance and of free will are closely related.
Remember me to the other classmates of your class.
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学问是苦根结出的甜果.
xué wèn shì kǔ gēn jié chū de tián guǒ.
Learning is a bitter root, but it bears sweet fruits.
5
避谈语言学问题。
bì tán yǔ yán xué wèn tí。
Keep the conversation off linguistic matters.
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我还是持续不断地拾得了一点学问的余沥.
wǒ huán shì chí xù bù duàn dì shí dé le yī diǎn xué wèn de yú lì.
I did steadily pick up some crumbs of knowledge.
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世事洞明皆学问, 人情练达即文章.
shì shì dòng míng jiē xué wèn, , rén qíng liàn dá jí wén.
A grasp of mundane affairs is genuine knowledge; an understanding of worldly wisdom is true learning.
Cultural Notes for 学问
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the pursuit of 学问 is highly valued, often associated with Confucian ideals of learning and self-improvement. The concept reflects the importance of education and scholarship in traditional and modern Chinese society.
Frequently Asked Questions about 学问
学问 refers to a deeper or more specialized understanding of knowledge, often gained through study, while 知识 is a broader term for knowledge in general.
It's generally more suitable for formal or academic contexts, so in casual conversations, consider using simpler terms like 知识.
Common phrases include 学问很深 (xuéwèn hěn shēn - profound knowledge) and 增长学问 (zēngzhǎng xuéwèn - to increase knowledge).
