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March 24, 2026
设施(設施)shèshī(she4shi1)
设施 (shè shī) refers to various types of facilities or installations that serve specific purposes, such as buildings, equipment, or infrastructure. It is commonly used in contexts like public amenities, sports complexes, or technological installations, emphasizing the functional aspect of these structures.
Frequency#5190DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In China, 设施 is often discussed in the context of rapid urbanization, where new public facilities like parks and transportation systems are integral to city planning and the improvement of citizens' quality of life.
Memory Tip
Imagine a grand sports facility where every '设施' (shè shī) is perfectly arranged. The first character 设 (shè) resembles a structure being set up, while 施 (shī) can evoke the image of applying something in a specific place, like installing equipment. Together, they create a vivid picture of functional spaces.
Meanings of 设施
shèshī(she4shi1)
1facilities
2installation
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About 设施
设施Simplified
設施Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#5190Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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AI Study Notes for 设施
Quick Contrast
设施 (shèshī) vs 设备 (shèbèi) — use 设施 when referring to the overall facilities or installations, while 设备 specifically refers to the equipment or apparatus within those facilities.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a grand sports facility where every '设施' (shè shī) is perfectly arranged. The first character 设 (shè) resembles a structure being set up, while 施 (shī) can evoke the image of applying something in a specific place, like installing equipment. Together, they create a vivid picture of functional spaces.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 设施 with 设备 (shè bèi), which specifically means 'equipment.' 设施 is more about the facilities themselves. Use 设施 in formal contexts, such as reports or discussions about urban planning or public services.
HSK Study Tips
As a level 5 word, 设施 connects well with other words related to urban development and infrastructure, like 公共 (gōng gòng) for 'public' and 建筑 (jiàn zhù) for 'construction.' Focus on using 设施 in sentences that describe different types of amenities.
Cultural Note
In China, 设施 is often discussed in the context of rapid urbanization, where new public facilities like parks and transportation systems are integral to city planning and the improvement of citizens' quality of life.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 设施 with 设备 (shè bèi). For example, saying '这个地方的设备很好' (Zhège dìfāng de shèbèi hěn hǎo) instead of '这个地方的设施很好' (Zhège dìfāng de shèshī hěn hǎo) can lead to incorrect meanings. Remember that 设施 refers to the entire facility, not just the equipment.
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Grammar Patterns of 设施
设施 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.
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Complete the Sentence
这些休闲____是供客人使用的。
The leisure facilities are there for the use of guests.
Increasingly, corporate clients are seeking to outsource the management of their facilities.
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还有一些不太常有的设施，包括图书馆和健身房。
huán yǒu yī xiē bù tài cháng yǒu de shè shī， ， bāo kuò tú shū guǎn hé jiàn shēn。
Other amenities, less commonly available, include a library and exercise room.
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女王道码头将会融商店、餐馆以及其他生活便利设施为一体。
nǚ wáng dào mǎ tóu jiāng huì róng shāng diàn、 、 cān guǎn yǐ jí qí tā shēng huó biàn lì shè shī wéi yī。
Queensway Quay will incorporate shops, restaurants and other amenities.
Cultural Notes for 设施
🏮Cultural insight
In China, 设施 is often discussed in the context of rapid urbanization, where new public facilities like parks and transportation systems are integral to city planning and the improvement of citizens' quality of life.
Frequently Asked Questions about 设施
You can say, '这个城市的公共设施很完善' (Zhège chéngshì de gōnggòng shèshī hěn wánshàn), meaning 'The public facilities in this city are very complete.'
Yes, but it is more commonly used in formal contexts, such as reports or discussions about infrastructure.
设施 refers to the facilities themselves, while 设备 specifically means the equipment installed within those facilities.
