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March 24, 2026
青少年qīngshàonián(qing1shao4nian2)
青少年 refers to adolescents or teenagers, typically encompassing individuals aged between 13 and 19 years old. This term is commonly used in discussions about youth culture, education, and social issues relevant to this age group.
Frequency#4532DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In China, 青少年 are often seen as the future of the nation, and there are specific educational programs and policies aimed at addressing their needs, reflecting the culture's emphasis on youth development.
Memory Tip
Imagine a vibrant green (青) field where young people (少年) are playing and growing. The color green evokes youth and vitality, helping you remember both the sound (qīng) and meaning of the character.
Meanings of 青少年
qīngshàonián(qing1shao4nian2)
1adolescent
2youth
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青少年Simplified
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人名míngcíproper noun (pr.n.)Part of Speech
#4532Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L2ElementaryTOCFLL2HSKKL1CEFRA1
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Quick Contrast
青少年 (adolescents) vs 青年 (youth) — use 青少年 when specifically referring to teenagers aged 13-19, while 青年 can refer to young adults more broadly.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a vibrant green (青) field where young people (少年) are playing and growing. The color green evokes youth and vitality, helping you remember both the sound (qīng) and meaning of the character.
Usage Notes
When using 青少年, be mindful of the context; it is more formal than casual terms like 'teenager' in English. It's often used in discussions about policies or programs aimed at this age group. A common collocation is '青少年教育' (youth education).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 5 word, 青少年 connects with other terms related to age and development. Focus on its components and usage in contexts like education and societal roles to enhance your vocabulary at this level.
Cultural Note
In China, 青少年 are often seen as the future of the nation, and there are specific educational programs and policies aimed at addressing their needs, reflecting the culture's emphasis on youth development.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 青少年 with 小孩 (children). For example, saying '我喜欢青少年' to mean 'I like children' is incorrect; instead, use '我喜欢小孩'.
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Grammar Patterns of 青少年
青少年 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.
Some adolescents might be more sexually mature and provocative than others.
Cultural Notes for 青少年
🏮Cultural insight
In China, 青少年 are often seen as the future of the nation, and there are specific educational programs and policies aimed at addressing their needs, reflecting the culture's emphasis on youth development.
Frequently Asked Questions about 青少年
青少年 generally refers to individuals aged 13 to 19 years.
青少年 is primarily used in formal contexts, such as education or policy discussions.
No, 青少年 specifically refers to adolescents, not younger children.
