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March 24, 2026
书籍(書籍)shūjí(shu1ji2)
书籍 (shūjí) refers to books or written works, encompassing both fiction and non-fiction. It is commonly used in contexts related to reading, education, and literature, and implies a broader category than just individual books, often used in discussions about collections or the literary arts.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, books are highly valued and often associated with wisdom and education. The concept of 书籍 reflects the traditional reverence for literature, especially in historical contexts like the imperial examination system.
Memory Tip
Think of 书 (shū) as a 'book' and 籍 (jí) as 'records' or 'catalogs'. Imagine a library where each book is carefully recorded. This visual can help associate the form of the characters with the idea of books as organized works.
Meanings of 书籍
shūjí(shu1ji2)
1books
2works
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About 书籍
书籍Simplified
書籍Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#10867Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6AdvancedBCT✓CEFRC2
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AI Study Notes for 书籍
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书 (shū) refers to a single book or volume, while 书籍 (shūjí) encompasses a broader category of books and written works.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 书 (shū) as a 'book' and 籍 (jí) as 'records' or 'catalogs'. Imagine a library where each book is carefully recorded. This visual can help associate the form of the characters with the idea of books as organized works.
Usage Notes
书籍 is generally neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. A common mistake is confusing 书 (shū) with 书籍 (shūjí); the former refers to a single book, while the latter refers to books in general. Be mindful of the context and choose the appropriate term.
HSK Study Tips
As a HSK Level 6 word, 书籍 connects well with other vocabulary related to literature, education, and knowledge. Focus on using it in complex sentences and discussions about literary topics to enhance your fluency.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, books are highly valued and often associated with wisdom and education. The concept of 书籍 reflects the traditional reverence for literature, especially in historical contexts like the imperial examination system.
Common Mistakes
Learners often incorrectly use 书籍 in contexts where 书 would suffice, such as saying '我买了三本书籍' instead of '我买了三本书'. Remember, use 书籍 when referring to books collectively.
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Grammar Patterns of 书籍
书籍 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.
Exercise 1 of 4
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你是不是收藏了大量的____、报纸和纪念品？
Do you keep many books and papers and memorabilia?
Example Sentences for 书籍 (10)
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你是不是收藏了大量的书籍、报纸和纪念品？
nǐ shì bù shì shōu cáng le dà liáng de shū jí、 、 bào zhǐ hé jì niàn？
Do you keep many books and papers and memorabilia?
2
他的书桌上有大堆的书籍和文件。
tā de shū zhuō shàng yǒu dà duī de shū jí hé wén jiàn。
On his desk is a mass of books and papers.
3
那些珍贵的书籍都放在图书馆东馆的架子上.
nà xiē zhēn guì de shū jí dū fàng zài tú shū guǎn dōng guǎn de jià zǐ shàng.
Those rare books are shelved in the East Library.
4
新的饮食类书籍差不多一周出一本。
xīn de yǐn shí lèi shū jí chà bù duō yī zhōu chū yī běn。
New diet books appear at a rate of nearly one a week.
5
这是一本18世纪书籍的复制版.
zhè shì yī běn18 18 shì jì shū jí de fù zhì.
This a facsimile edition of an eighteenth century book.
6
美术书籍制作成本高。
měi shù shū jí zhì zuò chéng běn gāo。
Art books are expensive to produce.
7
理查德告诉过我16世纪的三卷关于炼金术的对开本书籍的事。
lǐ chá dé gào sù guò wǒ16 16 shì jì de sān juàn guān yú liàn jīn shù de duì kāi běn shū jí de。
Richard told me of three 16th-century folio volumes on alchemy.
8
信外随带书籍一包.
xìn wài suí dài shū jí yī bāo.
Accompanying the letter is a parcel of books.
9
从1915年春开始, 他们的文章和书籍象洪水一般泛滥.
cóng1915 1915 nián chūn kāi, shǐ , tā mén de wén zhāng hé shū jí xiàng hóng shuǐ yī bān.
Beginning in the spring of 1915, they poured out articles and books in a virtual flood.
10
书籍目录承索即寄.
shū jí mù lù chéng suǒ jí jì.
Catalogues of our books will be sent on request.
Cultural Notes for 书籍
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, books are highly valued and often associated with wisdom and education. The concept of 书籍 reflects the traditional reverence for literature, especially in historical contexts like the imperial examination system.
Frequently Asked Questions about 书籍
Yes, 书籍 encompasses all kinds of books, including textbooks, novels, and reference materials.
Yes, but 书 refers to a single book, while 书籍 refers to books in general.
Yes, synonyms include 文献 (wénxiàn) for written works and 书本 (shūběn) for books specifically.
