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五星级wǔxīngjífive-star (hotel)HSK 7, unknown, 19 strokes, rank #24323, Very Hard
wǔxīngjí(wu3xing1ji2)wu xing ji T3
  1. 1five-star (hotel)
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March 24, 2026

五星级(五星級)wǔxīngjí(wu3xing1ji2)

五星级 (wǔ xīng jí) refers to a five-star rating, commonly associated with hotels and restaurants to indicate a high level of luxury and service. This term signifies top-tier quality and is often used in travel contexts to describe accommodations that offer exceptional amenities and experiences.

Strokes19Frequency#24323DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In China, the five-star hotel designation is not just about luxury; it often reflects the international standards of service and is a status symbol for both tourists and locals. The government regulates these ratings, ensuring a consistent experience across establishments.

Memory Tip

Picture five shining stars (五星) above a luxurious hotel to remember that '五' means 'five' and '星级' indicates 'star level.' Imagine staying at a fabulous five-star hotel where everything is top-notch, enhancing your memory of the term.

Meanings of 五星级

wǔxīngjí(wu3xing1ji2)
1five-star (hotel)
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五星级Simplified
五星級Traditional
19Strokes
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#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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四星级 (sì xīng jí) - use 五星级 for the highest level of luxury, while 四星级 indicates a slightly lower tier of quality.

Usage Notes

Be mindful of the context when using this term, as it is primarily associated with hospitality and service industries. Common mistakes include confusing it with lower star ratings; ensure the context is clear when describing a five-star experience.

HSK Study Tips

Although not an HSK vocabulary word, it connects to HSK Level 3 and above through topics related to travel and accommodation. Focus on understanding the context in which this term is used, especially in travel discussions.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mistakenly use '五星级' to describe something that is simply good rather than luxurious. For example, saying '这家餐厅是五星级' (This restaurant is five-star) without context can imply it's merely good; it should denote exceptional quality.

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Component Characters

五wǔfive
HSK 14 strokes二
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星xīngstar
HSK 19 strokes日
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级jílevel
HSK 56 strokes纟
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How to say five-star (hotel) in Chinese

“five-star (hotel)” in Chinese is五星级wǔxīngjí

五星级 (wǔ xīng jí) refers to a five-star rating, commonly associated with hotels and restaurants to indicate a high level of luxury and service. This term signifies top-tier quality and is often used in travel contexts to describe accommodations that offer exceptional amenities and experiences.

When to use 五星级

Be mindful of the context when using this term, as it is primarily associated with hospitality and service industries. Common mistakes include confusing it with lower star ratings; ensure the context is clear when describing a five-star experience.

五星级 or something close to it

四星级 (sì xīng jí) - use 五星级 for the highest level of luxury, while 四星级 indicates a slightly lower tier of quality.

What learners get wrong

Learners often mistakenly use '五星级' to describe something that is simply good rather than luxurious. For example, saying '这家餐厅是五星级' (This restaurant is five-star) without context can imply it's merely good; it should denote exceptional quality.

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'五星级' literally translates to 'five-star,' which refers to the highest quality rating for hotels.

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