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物业 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
物业wùyèpropertyHSK 5, n, rank #20499, Hard
物业wùyèreal estateHSK 5, n, rank #20499, Hard
物业wùyèabbr. for 物業管理HSK 5, n, rank #20499, Hard
物业wùyè>物业管理[wù yè guǎn lǐ], property managementHSK 5, n, rank #20499, Hard
物业wùyèabbr. for 物業管理|物业管理[wu4 ye4 guan3 li3], property managementHSK 5, unknown, rank #20499, Hard
wùyè(wu4ye4) T4
  1. 1property
  2. 2real estate
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March 24, 2026
物业(物業)wùyè(wu4ye4)

物业 (wù yè) refers to property or real estate, often used in the context of property management. It encompasses the management and maintenance of residential or commercial properties, highlighting the importance of upkeep and administrative tasks related to real estate.

Frequency#20499DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In China, the concept of 物业管理 has become increasingly important due to rapid urbanization and the rise of gated communities. Property management companies play a crucial role in ensuring the safety, security, and maintenance of residential complexes.

Memory Tip

Think of 物业 as a 'woo-yeah' moment when you finally manage your property well. The character 物 (wù) means 'thing' or 'object,' while 业 (yè) signifies 'industry' or 'business.' Imagine owning a large 'thing' like a building that requires proper management to thrive.

Meanings of 物业

wùyè(wu4ye4)
1property
2real estate
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About 物业

物业Simplified
物業Traditional
Strokes
Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#20499Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L5IntermediateHSKKL3BCTCEFRB2

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Quick Contrast

房地产 (fáng dì chǎn) refers specifically to real estate as a market or industry, while 物业 (wùyè) emphasizes the management and maintenance aspects of properties.

Memory Mnemonic

Think of 物业 as a 'woo-yeah' moment when you finally manage your property well. The character 物 (wù) means 'thing' or 'object,' while 业 (yè) signifies 'industry' or 'business.' Imagine owning a large 'thing' like a building that requires proper management to thrive.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 物业 with 物品 (wù pǐn), which means 'items' or 'goods.' 物业 is typically used in formal contexts related to real estate and property management, while colloquial terms for home or place may vary. Remember to use the correct tones to avoid misunderstandings.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK Level 6 word, 物业 connects well with other business and real estate terms you may encounter. Focus on the contexts in which property management is discussed, as it may appear in reading comprehension or conversation exercises.

Cultural Note

In China, the concept of 物业管理 has become increasingly important due to rapid urbanization and the rise of gated communities. Property management companies play a crucial role in ensuring the safety, security, and maintenance of residential complexes.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 物业 with 物业费 (wù yè fèi), which means 'property management fee.' For example, saying '我需要支付物业' (I need to pay the property) is incorrect; it should be '我需要支付物业费.'

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Component Characters

thing
HSK 28 strokes
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line of business
HSK 65 strokes
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Grammar Patterns of 物业

物业 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 5 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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这笔钱将用于____维护。

The money will be used for the estate's upkeep.

Example Sentences for 物业 (1)

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这笔钱将用于物业维护。

zhè bǐ qián jiāng yòng yú wù yè wéi hù。

The money will be used for the estate's upkeep.

Cultural Notes for 物业

🏮Cultural insight

In China, the concept of 物业管理 has become increasingly important due to rapid urbanization and the rise of gated communities. Property management companies play a crucial role in ensuring the safety, security, and maintenance of residential complexes.

🌏Cross-cultural Insight

While property management exists in both cultures, in Western contexts, it's often more decentralized, with homeowners taking more direct responsibility for maintenance, whereas in China, property management companies are more commonly employed.

Frequently Asked Questions about 物业

物业 refers specifically to property or real estate, while 物品 means items or goods.