Meanings of 写字楼
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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.
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).
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.
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.
Pronunciation of 写字楼
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Component Characters
How to say office building in Chinese
“office building” in Chinese is写字楼
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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