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March 24, 2026
取款()qǔkuǎn(qu3kuan3)
取款 (qǔkuǎn) means to withdraw money from a bank or ATM. It is commonly used in financial contexts when discussing transactions, especially in relation to cash withdrawals. This term is essential for anyone managing their finances or using banking services in China.
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Cultural Note
In China, the process of withdrawing money often involves using ATMs that are widely available, but many people still prefer to visit banks for larger transactions, reflecting a cultural trust in physical banking institutions.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person taking money out of a bank, where '取' (qǔ) sounds like 'chew' as you 'chew' on the thought of getting cash, and '款' (kuǎn) resembles a stack of cash. Visualize chewing on the idea of withdrawing cash as you picture stacks of money.
Meanings of 取款
qǔkuǎn(qu3kuan3)
1to withdraw money from a bank
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HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3BCT✓CEFRC1
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Quick Contrast
取款 (withdraw money) vs 存款 (deposit money) — use 取款 when referring to taking money out, not putting money in.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a person taking money out of a bank, where '取' (qǔ) sounds like 'chew' as you 'chew' on the thought of getting cash, and '款' (kuǎn) resembles a stack of cash. Visualize chewing on the idea of withdrawing cash as you picture stacks of money.
Usage Notes
Be cautious with the tones when using 取款, as mispronouncing it could lead to misunderstandings. It is primarily used in formal contexts, such as bank transactions, and often appears with words like '银行' (yínháng, bank) or '自动取款机' (zìdòng qǔkuǎn jī, ATM).
HSK Study Tips
Although 取款 is not explicitly listed in the HSK, it connects well with financial vocabulary found in HSK levels 3 and 4. Focus on related terms like '存款' (cúnkuǎn, deposit) and '银行' (yínháng, bank) to enhance your understanding of banking language.
Cultural Note
In China, the process of withdrawing money often involves using ATMs that are widely available, but many people still prefer to visit banks for larger transactions, reflecting a cultural trust in physical banking institutions.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 取款 with 存款, mistakenly using one when they mean the other. For example, saying '我想存款' (wǒ xiǎng cúnkuǎn) when they mean to withdraw money instead of '取款'.
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Cultural Notes for 取款
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In China, the process of withdrawing money often involves using ATMs that are widely available, but many people still prefer to visit banks for larger transactions, reflecting a cultural trust in physical banking institutions.
Frequently Asked Questions about 取款
You can say '我想取款' (wǒ xiǎng qǔkuǎn).
取款 means to withdraw money, while 存款 means to deposit money.
Primarily, yes, 取款 refers to withdrawing cash, but it can also imply taking money out of accounts in broader contexts.
