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March 24, 2026
学位(學位)xuéwèi(xue2wei4)
学位 (xué wèi) refers to an academic degree conferred by universities or colleges upon successful completion of a program of study. It encompasses various levels, such as bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees, and is a critical credential for many professional fields in China.
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Cultural Note
In China, holding a higher 学位 is often seen as a significant achievement and can greatly influence career opportunities. The emphasis on academic qualifications reflects the competitive nature of the job market and societal respect for education.
Memory Tip
Think of 学 (xué) as a student studying, and 位 (wèi) as a position or place. Imagine a student (学) proudly holding their academic degree (位), symbolizing their place in the academic world. The sound 'xue' resembles 'study,' linking it to education.
Meanings of 学位
xuéwèi(xue2wei4)
1academic degree, e.g.: BSc 學士學位
2place in school
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About 学位
学位Simplified
學位Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRB2
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Quick Contrast
学位 (degree) vs 文凭 (diploma) — use 学位 for formal academic degrees, while 文凭 refers to the certificate awarded upon completion of a course.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 学 (xué) as a student studying, and 位 (wèi) as a position or place. Imagine a student (学) proudly holding their academic degree (位), symbolizing their place in the academic world. The sound 'xue' resembles 'study,' linking it to education.
Usage Notes
When using 学位, it is important to specify the type of degree, as in 学士学位 (bachelor's degree) or 硕士学位 (master's degree). Common mistakes include confusing 学位 with 学历 (academic background), which refers to one's educational history rather than specific degrees.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 学位 is relevant for discussing academic and professional topics. Students should focus on related vocabulary such as 学士 (bachelor), 硕士 (master), and 博士 (doctor) to enhance their understanding of academic hierarchies in Chinese culture.
Cultural Note
In China, holding a higher 学位 is often seen as a significant achievement and can greatly influence career opportunities. The emphasis on academic qualifications reflects the competitive nature of the job market and societal respect for education.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 学位 with 学校 (school), leading to phrases like '我有学校' (I have a school) instead of '我有学位' (I have a degree). It's crucial to use the correct term for academic credentials.
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Grammar Patterns of 学位
学位 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 6 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.
An aptitude for computing is beneficial for students taking this degree.
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为获得学位，她回答了10页纸上的81个问题。
wéi huò dé xué wèi， ， tā huí dá10 le 10 yè zhǐ81 shàng de 81。
To obtain her degree, she answered 81 questions over 10 papers.
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他们苦学了11个月的强化课程，拿到了学位。
tā mén kǔ xué le11 11 gè yuè de qiáng huà kè， chéng ， ná dào le。
They secure their degrees by slogging through an intensive 11-month course.
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我拿文科硕士学位其实就是觉得好玩儿。
wǒ ná wén kē shuò shì xué wèi qí shí jiù shì jué dé hǎo wán ér。
I took my M. A. just for fun really.
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该学位课程将为数学和统计学打下扎实的基础。
gāi xué wèi kè chéng jiāng wéi shù xué hé tǒng jì xué dǎ xià zā shí de jī chǔ。
The degree provides a thorough grounding in both mathematics and statistics.
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后来，我考上了兰开斯特大学，获得了二级甲等学位。
hòu lái， ， wǒ kǎo shàng le lán kāi sī tè dà， xué ， huò dé le èr jí jiǎ děng。
I then went up to Lancaster University and got an upper second.
Cultural Notes for 学位
🏮Cultural insight
In China, holding a higher 学位 is often seen as a significant achievement and can greatly influence career opportunities. The emphasis on academic qualifications reflects the competitive nature of the job market and societal respect for education.
🌏Cross-cultural Insight
In Western cultures, academic degrees are also important, but the paths to obtaining them (such as the emphasis on standardized tests) and societal expectations surrounding higher education may differ significantly from China.
Frequently Asked Questions about 学位
学位 refers specifically to the academic degree obtained, while 学历 describes the overall educational background of an individual.
You would say '我有硕士学位' (wǒ yǒu shuò shì xué wèi).
Yes, in China, certain degrees require passing national entrance exams and meeting academic standards.
