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March 24, 2026
题目(題目)tímù(ti2mu4)
题目 (tí mù) refers to a subject, title, or topic, often used in the context of academic or written work. It can denote the main idea of an essay, exam question, or any other form of intellectual inquiry. This term is commonly encountered in educational settings, especially when discussing assignments or presentations.
Frequency#7784DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese education, the clarity of a 题目 is crucial for effective communication. Students often focus intensely on interpreting the题目 of an exam question to ensure they respond correctly, reflecting the high value placed on education and assessment.
Memory Tip
Imagine a teacher holding a big sign labeled 题目 (tí mù) in front of a classroom. The sign is decorated with colorful titles of various subjects. The character 题 (tí) looks like a 't' with a hook, reminding you of 'topic', while 目 (mù) resembles an eye, symbolizing 'to see' or 'to focus on' the subject at hand.
Meanings of 题目
tímù(ti2mu4)
1subject
2title
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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个Measure Word
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5ElementaryTOCFLL3HSKKL2CEFRA2
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Quick Contrast
题材 (tícái) refers to the theme or material of a work, while 题目 (tímù) specifically denotes the title or question, making it more focused on what is being asked or presented.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a teacher holding a big sign labeled 题目 (tí mù) in front of a classroom. The sign is decorated with colorful titles of various subjects. The character 题 (tí) looks like a 't' with a hook, reminding you of 'topic', while 目 (mù) resembles an eye, symbolizing 'to see' or 'to focus on' the subject at hand.
Usage Notes
It's important to use 题目 in contexts related to titles or subjects, avoiding colloquial uses where it may not fit. Common collocations include 论文题目 (lùn wén tí mù - thesis title) and 考试题目 (kǎo shì tí mù - exam questions). Watch for tonal mistakes, as using the wrong tone can lead to misunderstandings.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 5 word, 题目 connects to other academic vocabulary like 论文 (lùn wén - thesis) and 课题 (kè tí - research topic). Focus on recognizing it in written texts and practicing its use in formal discussions about academic subjects.
Cultural Note
In Chinese education, the clarity of a 题目 is crucial for effective communication. Students often focus intensely on interpreting the题目 of an exam question to ensure they respond correctly, reflecting the high value placed on education and assessment.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 题目 with 主题 (zhǔ tí - theme), using them interchangeably. For example, saying '这篇文章的主题是...' instead of '这篇文章的题目是...'. Remember, 题目 refers specifically to titles or subjects.
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Grammar Patterns of 题目
题目 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 4 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.
I turned around and wrote the title on the blackboard.
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这个题目可以分四点来谈.
zhè gè tí mù kě yǐ fēn sì diǎn lái tán.
Here the subject may be dealt with under four headings.
3
她开始做题前,很细心地看题目数字前是正号还是负号.
tā kāi shǐ zuò tí qián, , hěn xì xīn dì kàn tí mù shù zì qián shì zhèng hào huán shì fù.
She carefully noted whether her math problems had pluses or minuses before she began her work.
4
你应该把所有的题目都看清楚再开始做题.
nǐ yīng gāi bǎ suǒ yǒu de tí mù dū kàn qīng chǔ zài kāi shǐ zuò tí.
You should read through all of the questions before starting.
5
该题目可能暗指艾滋病。
gāi tí mù kě néng àn zhǐ ài zī bìng。
The title is per-haps an allusion to AIDS.
6
他将题目写在黑板上，然后逐句抄下课文。
tā jiāng tí mù xiě zài hēi bǎn shàng， ， rán hòu zhú jù chāo xià kè。
He wrote the title on the blackboard, then copied out the text sentence by sentence.
7
我这等于让人把“我的题目中的精华 ” 撇了去.
wǒ zhè děng yú ràng rén bǎ“ “ wǒ de tí mù zhōng de jīng” huá ” piē.
I was hence allowing'the cream of my subject'to be skimmed off.
Cultural Notes for 题目
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese education, the clarity of a 题目 is crucial for effective communication. Students often focus intensely on interpreting the题目 of an exam question to ensure they respond correctly, reflecting the high value placed on education and assessment.
Frequently Asked Questions about 题目
You can say: '这篇论文的题目是什么？' (What is the title of this paper?)
While it primarily refers to academic subjects or titles, 题目 can sometimes be used informally to discuss general topics.
Yes, in formal contexts, it's best to use the full phrase rather than abbreviations to maintain clarity.
