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March 24, 2026
青春qīngchūn(qing1chun1)
青春 (qīngchūn) refers to the period of youth, typically associated with vitality, growth, and the transition from childhood to adulthood. It embodies the physical and emotional experiences of young people, often celebrated in literature, music, and cultural expression, reflecting the joy and challenges of this life stage.
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Cultural Note
青春 is a celebrated theme in Chinese culture, often depicted in literature and film, emphasizing the importance of youth in shaping identity and future. The concept is intertwined with societal values about education, ambition, and the pursuit of dreams during one's younger years.
Memory Tip
Think of 青 (qīng) as 'green', representing freshness and growth, and 春 (chūn) as 'spring', a season of new beginnings. Together, 青春 evokes the image of youthful energy blossoming in the springtime—a vivid reminder of the vitality of youth.
Meanings of 青春
qīngchūn(qing1chun1)
1youth
2youthfulness
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About 青春
青春Simplified
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地名míngcíplace name (p.n.)Part of Speech
#5739Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L6IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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AI Study Notes for 青春
Quick Contrast
青春 (qīngchūn) vs 年轻 (niánqīng): use 青春 when emphasizing the youthful period and its experiences, while 年轻 refers more generally to being young in age.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 青 (qīng) as 'green', representing freshness and growth, and 春 (chūn) as 'spring', a season of new beginnings. Together, 青春 evokes the image of youthful energy blossoming in the springtime—a vivid reminder of the vitality of youth.
Usage Notes
Be careful to use 青春 in contexts related to youthfulness and not confuse it with age-related terms. It often appears in phrases like '青春期' (adolescence), and is more commonly used in informal contexts when discussing feelings or experiences of young people.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 青春 connects to other vocabulary about life stages and emotions. Focus on using it in sentences that express experiences or characteristics associated with youth, which can enhance understanding of related adjectives and verbs.
Cultural Note
青春 is a celebrated theme in Chinese culture, often depicted in literature and film, emphasizing the importance of youth in shaping identity and future. The concept is intertwined with societal values about education, ambition, and the pursuit of dreams during one's younger years.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 青春 with 年龄 (age), but 青春 specifically refers to the quality of youth rather than just a number. For example, saying '我的年龄是青春' (My age is youth) is incorrect; it should be '我处在青春的阶段' (I am in the stage of youth).
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Grammar Patterns of 青春
青春 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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从许多方面来说，表演无疑是吃____饭的行当。
Acting is definitely a young person's profession in many ways.
Example Sentences for 青春 (9)
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从许多方面来说，表演无疑是吃青春饭的行当。
cóng xǔ duō fāng miàn lái shuō， ， biǎo yǎn wú yí shì chī qīng chūn fàn de háng。
Acting is definitely a young person's profession in many ways.
2
这是对他们从不曾真正拥有的青春时代的回归.
zhè shì duì tā mén cóng bù zēng zhēn zhèng yōng yǒu de qīng chūn shí dài de huí guī.
It's a retreat into the adolescence they never really had.
3
为什么要宣传报道这个行为任性、青春期未满的白痴呢？
wéi shí mó yào xuān chuán bào dào zhè gè háng wéi rèn xìng、 、 qīng chūn qī wèi mǎn de bái chī？
Why give publicity to this self-indulgent, adolescent oaf?
4
他已经度过了青春年代, 现年28岁零9个月.
tā yǐ jīng dù guò le qīng chūn nián dài, , xiàn28 nián 289 suì líng.
He was past his prime, being twenty - eight years and three quarters old.
How the youth on my face amuses purify scar child!
9
青春痘 、 抗疤、秃头也有特殊缓和的作用.
qīng chūn dòu、 、 kàng、 bā 、 tū tóu yě yǒu tè shū huǎn hé de.
It also has a special relaxative effect on whelk, scar , and baldhead.
Cultural Notes for 青春
🏮Cultural insight
青春 is a celebrated theme in Chinese culture, often depicted in literature and film, emphasizing the importance of youth in shaping identity and future. The concept is intertwined with societal values about education, ambition, and the pursuit of dreams during one's younger years.
🌏Cross-cultural Insight
In Western cultures, 'youth' often emphasizes freedom and rebellion, while in Chinese culture, it is more about responsibility and community expectations during the same life stage.
Frequently Asked Questions about 青春
You can say '我的青春充满了梦想' (My youth is filled with dreams) to express the vibrancy and aspirations of youth.
While mostly used in informal contexts, 青春 can appear in formal writing related to literature or youth programs, but it may be less common.
Synonyms include 年轻 (young) and 青年 (youth, young person), which can be used contextually depending on the specific meaning.
