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写字楼xiězìlóuoffice buildingHSK 6, unknown, 24 strokes, rank #39355, Hard
xiězìlóu(xie3zi4lou2)xie zi lou T3
  1. 1office building
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March 24, 2026

写字楼(寫字樓)xiězìlóu(xie3zi4lou2)

写字楼 (xiě zì lóu) refers to an office building, typically used for business activities and housing multiple offices. This term is commonly used in urban contexts where many companies operate in high-rise buildings, often found in commercial districts.

Strokes24Frequency#39355DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In modern Chinese cities, the prevalence of 写字楼 reflects the rapid economic development and urbanization, where many businesses operate in high-density office environments. This is indicative of the shift towards a more corporate culture in China.

Memory Tip

Imagine a big building (楼) where people are writing (写字) all day long. The character '写' looks like a person with a pen, diligently writing on a piece of paper, while '楼' resembles a tall structure. Picture a bustling office environment to remember its meaning.

Meanings of 写字楼

xiězìlóu(xie3zi4lou2)
1office building
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About 写字楼

写字楼Simplified
寫字樓Traditional
24Strokes
—Radical
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3BCT✓CEFRC1

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AI Study Notes for 写字楼

Quick Contrast

写字楼 (office building) vs 办公室 (office) — choose 写字楼 when referring to the entire building, not just a single office space.

Usage Notes

Be mindful of the tone when pronouncing 写字楼, as it can change the meaning if pronounced incorrectly. This term is generally informal but can be used in business contexts. It often collocates with terms like '租赁' (to lease) and '办公室' (office).

HSK Study Tips

Although 写字楼 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it can be relevant for learners at HSK 4 or 5, as it relates to workplace vocabulary. Focus on related terms such as '办公室' (office) and '公司' (company) to build your business lexicon.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 写字楼 with 住宅楼 (residential building), mistakenly using it when referring to homes. Remember that 写字楼 is specifically for offices, while 住宅楼 is for living spaces.

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Component Characters

写xiěto write
HSK 15 strokes冖
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字zìletter
HSK 16 strokes子
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楼lóuhouse with more than 1 story
HSK 213 strokes木
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How to say office building in Chinese

“office building” in Chinese is写字楼xiězìlóu

写字楼 (xiě zì lóu) refers to an office building, typically used for business activities and housing multiple offices. This term is commonly used in urban contexts where many companies operate in high-rise buildings, often found in commercial districts.

When to use 写字楼

Be mindful of the tone when pronouncing 写字楼, as it can change the meaning if pronounced incorrectly. This term is generally informal but can be used in business contexts. It often collocates with terms like '租赁' (to lease) and '办公室' (office).

写字楼 or something close to it

写字楼 (office building) vs 办公室 (office) — choose 写字楼 when referring to the entire building, not just a single office space.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 写字楼 with 住宅楼 (residential building), mistakenly using it when referring to homes. Remember that 写字楼 is specifically for offices, while 住宅楼 is for living spaces.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 写字楼

写字楼 typically refers specifically to office buildings focused on business, while 办公楼 can be a more general term for any kind of office building.

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