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March 24, 2026
好学(好學)hàoxué(hao4xue2)
好学 (hào xué) describes a person who is eager to study and learn. It implies a strong desire for knowledge and education, commonly used to commend someone for their studious nature or enthusiasm for learning.
Frequency#75225DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, being '好学' is highly valued and often encouraged from a young age, reflecting the Confucian ideal of lifelong learning and self-improvement.
Memory Tip
Imagine a student with a big smile (好) who is surrounded by books (学), eagerly soaking up knowledge. The sound 'hào' can remind you of 'how' enthusiastic they are about learning.
Meanings of 好学
hàoxué(hao4xue2)
1eager to study
2studious
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About 好学
好学Simplified
好學Traditional
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1
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Quick Contrast
好学 (hàoxué) vs 学习 (xuéxí) — use 好学 to emphasize eagerness and enthusiasm for learning, while 学习 refers more generally to the act of studying.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a student with a big smile (好) who is surrounded by books (学), eagerly soaking up knowledge. The sound 'hào' can remind you of 'how' enthusiastic they are about learning.
Usage Notes
This term is generally informal and used in both spoken and written Chinese. Be cautious not to confuse it with just being knowledgeable; it specifically highlights the eagerness to learn. A common collocation is '好学的学生' (a studious student).
HSK Study Tips
While not an HSK vocabulary word, '好学' connects to concepts of learning found in HSK 2 and 3, such as '学习' (xuéxí) which means 'to study'. Focus on using it in sentences about personal interests in education.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, being '好学' is highly valued and often encouraged from a young age, reflecting the Confucian ideal of lifelong learning and self-improvement.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 好学 with only being knowledgeable. For example, saying '他很聪明所以好学' (He is smart, therefore eager to learn) is incorrect; it should focus on the eagerness itself, like '他很喜欢学习所以好学'.
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Cultural Notes for 好学
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In Chinese culture, being '好学' is highly valued and often encouraged from a young age, reflecting the Confucian ideal of lifelong learning and self-improvement.
Frequently Asked Questions about 好学
Yes, 好学 is considered a positive trait in Chinese culture, as it reflects a person's commitment to personal growth and education. Being 好学 is often associated with success and respect in society.
好学 (hǎo xué) means 'eager to study' or 'studious.' It describes someone who is keen on learning and acquiring knowledge, often demonstrating a strong desire and enthusiasm for education.
You can use 好学 to describe a person by saying, '他非常好学,' which translates to 'He is very eager to study.' This phrase highlights the person's enthusiasm for learning.
No, 好学 specifically refers to someone's eagerness to learn, not necessarily their existing knowledge.
It's generally informal, suitable for everyday conversation and contexts.
Yes, adding '非常' (very) emphasizes their eagerness to learn.
