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March 24, 2026
别墅(別墅)biéshù(bie2shu4)
别墅 refers to a villa or a private house, typically located in a suburban or scenic area. It is often associated with luxury and spaciousness, making it a desirable living option for affluent individuals or families, especially for vacation purposes.
Frequency#5249DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In China, owning a 别墅 is often seen as a status symbol, especially among the wealthy class. Many urban professionals aspire to have a villa as a second home for family gatherings or vacations.
Memory Tip
Imagine a '别' (bie) that is 'shut' (墅, shu) away from the hustle and bustle of the city, nestled in nature's beauty. Visualize a luxurious villa where you can relax and escape, reinforcing the idea of a private retreat.
Meanings of 别墅
biéshù(bie2shu4)
1villa
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About 别墅
别墅Simplified
別墅Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#5249Frequency Rank
幢Measure Word
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedTOCFLL5CEFRC2
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独栋 (dúdòng) vs 别墅 (biéshù): choose 别墅 when emphasizing luxury and scenic location, while 独栋 refers more generally to a standalone house without the connotations of luxury.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a '别' (bie) that is 'shut' (墅, shu) away from the hustle and bustle of the city, nestled in nature's beauty. Visualize a luxurious villa where you can relax and escape, reinforcing the idea of a private retreat.
Usage Notes
In Chinese, 别墅 is usually used in more formal contexts, often relating to real estate or upscale living. Common mistakes include confusing it with 公寓 (gōngyù), which means apartment; remember 别墅 implies more space and privacy. Pay attention to the tones, as mispronouncing 别 (bie2) can change the meaning.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 别墅 connects well with other terms related to housing and real estate, such as 房屋 (fángwū, house) and 住宅 (zhùzhái, residence). Focus on using it in context with discussions about living arrangements or preferences.
Cultural Note
In China, owning a 别墅 is often seen as a status symbol, especially among the wealthy class. Many urban professionals aspire to have a villa as a second home for family gatherings or vacations.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 别墅 with the term 民宿 (mínsù), which means a guesthouse or bed and breakfast. Remember that 别墅 refers specifically to a private luxury residence, not a rental or shared accommodation.
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Grammar Patterns of 别墅
别墅 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). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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这座____可以住下10人，每人两周的费用是530英镑。
The villa sleeps 10 and costs £530 per person for two weeks.
We rented a villa in France for the summer holidays.
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卫兵包围了该市的一所别墅后便发生了枪战。
wèi bīng bāo wéi le gāi shì de yī suǒ bié shù hòu biàn fā shēng le qiāng zhàn。
Shooting broke out after the guards surrounded a villa in the city.
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他坐在自己位于法国南部的阳光别墅的露天平台上。
tā zuò zài zì jǐ wèi yú fǎ guó nán bù de yáng guāng bié shù de lòu tiān píng tái shàng。
He sat on the terrace of his sun-drenched villa in the South of France.
Cultural Notes for 别墅
🏮Cultural insight
In China, owning a 别墅 is often seen as a status symbol, especially among the wealthy class. Many urban professionals aspire to have a villa as a second home for family gatherings or vacations.
🌏Cross-cultural Insight
In Western cultures, a villa typically refers to a holiday home in the countryside, while in China, 别墅 is often associated with urban affluence and lifestyle.
Frequently Asked Questions about 别墅
别墅 refers to a standalone villa, while 公寓 refers to an apartment or flat, often part of a larger building.
Typically, 别墅 is used in more formal contexts, particularly related to real estate.
No, 别墅 specifically refers to a villa and implies luxury and spaciousness, unlike other types of houses.
