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取款机 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
取款机qǔkuǎnjīATMHSK 6, unknown, Very Hard
qǔkuǎnjī(qu3kuan3ji1) T3
  1. 1ATM
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March 24, 2026
取款机(取款機)qǔkuǎnjī(qu3kuan3ji1)

取款机 (qǔkuǎnjī) refers to an Automated Teller Machine (ATM) where users can withdraw cash from their bank accounts. It is commonly found in banks, shopping centers, and public places, providing convenient access to money. This term is essential for navigating banking services while in a Chinese-speaking environment.

Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In China, ATMs often offer services in multiple languages, reflecting the country's increasing international presence. They are commonly used by both locals and tourists, making them an integral part of daily financial transactions.

Memory Tip

Imagine a machine that helps you '取' (qǔ - take) '款' (kuǎn - funds) with a '机' (jī - machine). Picture a robotic hand reaching out to give you money, making it easy to remember that this 'machine' is where you 'take funds'.

Meanings of 取款机

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About 取款机

取款机Simplified
取款機Traditional
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HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1

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AI Study Notes for 取款机

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a machine that helps you '取' (qǔ - take) '款' (kuǎn - funds) with a '机' (jī - machine). Picture a robotic hand reaching out to give you money, making it easy to remember that this 'machine' is where you 'take funds'.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 取款机 with other banking terms like 取款 (withdrawal) or 自动 (automatic). In informal settings, you might hear shorter terms like ATM, but using the full term is advisable when clarity is needed in formal contexts.

HSK Study Tips

While 取款机 is not an HSK word, it contains components that are relevant to HSK Level 3 vocabulary, such as 取 (to take) and 机 (machine). Students should focus on recognizing these radicals to build vocabulary related to banking and technology.

Cultural Note

In China, ATMs often offer services in multiple languages, reflecting the country's increasing international presence. They are commonly used by both locals and tourists, making them an integral part of daily financial transactions.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mispronounce 取款机, saying 'qǔ kuǎn jī' with incorrect tones. The correct tones are crucial: it should be pronounced as 'qǔ kuǎn jī' with the third tone for both '取' and '款'.

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Component Characters

取qǔto take
HSK 48 strokes又
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款kuǎnsection
HSK 612 strokes欠
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机Jīmachine
HSK 16 strokes木
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Cultural Notes for 取款机

🏮Cultural insight

In China, ATMs often offer services in multiple languages, reflecting the country's increasing international presence. They are commonly used by both locals and tourists, making them an integral part of daily financial transactions.

🌏Cross-cultural Insight

In Western cultures, ATMs are typically branded by their banks and may have fewer functionalities compared to the more versatile machines found in China that offer services like bill payments and mobile top-ups.

Frequently Asked Questions about 取款机

To use a 取款机, insert your bank card, enter your PIN, select the withdrawal option, and choose the amount.