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March 24, 2026
季度jìdù(ji4du4)
季度 (jìdù) refers to a quarter of a year, commonly used in financial contexts, such as quarterly reports in business. It can also denote a sports season, indicating the timeframe during which specific sports events occur. Understanding this term is essential for discussing economic trends or sports schedules in Mandarin.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese business culture, quarterly performance reviews are significant for assessing company health, making the term 季度 particularly relevant in corporate discussions. This reflects a structured approach to time management in professional settings.
Memory Tip
Think of '季' (jì) as representing a 'season', with its upper part resembling a tree, indicating seasonal changes. '度' (dù) can remind you of 'degree', as in measuring time. Together, they depict the concept of measuring time in quarters, making it easier to remember their meaning.
Meanings of 季度
jìdù(ji4du4)
1quarter of a year
2season (sports)
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About 季度
季度Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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Quick Contrast
季度 (quarter) vs 季节 (season) — use 季度 when referring specifically to a financial quarter or time period in business, while 季节 refers to the four distinct seasons of the year.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of '季' (jì) as representing a 'season', with its upper part resembling a tree, indicating seasonal changes. '度' (dù) can remind you of 'degree', as in measuring time. Together, they depict the concept of measuring time in quarters, making it easier to remember their meaning.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 季度 with other time-related terms like 年 (year) or 月 (month). It's commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, especially in business discussions. A common collocation is '季度报告' (quarterly report), which appears frequently in financial settings.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 季度 connects well with other advanced vocabulary related to time and finance, such as 年度 (annual) and 月度 (monthly). Focus on using it in sentences about budgeting or planning to reinforce your understanding.
Cultural Note
In Chinese business culture, quarterly performance reviews are significant for assessing company health, making the term 季度 particularly relevant in corporate discussions. This reflects a structured approach to time management in professional settings.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 季度 with 月 (month), leading to phrases like '每个月的季度' (每个季度), which is incorrect. Instead, use '每个季度' to refer to each quarter.
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Grammar Patterns of 季度
季度 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.
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Complete the Sentence
公司名录大全每____出版一次。
A full listing of the companies will be published quarterly.
Example Sentences for 季度 (3)
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公司名录大全每季度出版一次。
gōng sī míng lù dà quán měi jì dù chū bǎn yī cì。
A full listing of the companies will be published quarterly.
A small sum of money is supposed to be forked out quarterly for burglary and robbery insurance.
Cultural Notes for 季度
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese business culture, quarterly performance reviews are significant for assessing company health, making the term 季度 particularly relevant in corporate discussions. This reflects a structured approach to time management in professional settings.
Frequently Asked Questions about 季度
You can say '我们的季度报告显示销售增长' (Our quarterly report shows an increase in sales).
No, it can also refer to sports seasons, like '篮球赛季' (basketball season), but is primarily seen in financial discussions.
季度 refers specifically to a quarter of the year, while 季节 (jìjié) means 'season' in a broader sense.
