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暑假shǔjiàsummer vacationHSK 4, unknown, 23 strokes, rank #5528, Medium
shǔjià(shu3jia4)shu jia T3
  1. 1summer vacation
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March 24, 2026

暑假shǔjià(shu3jia4)

暑假 (shǔjià) refers to the summer vacation period typically observed in schools and universities in China. It is a time when students have a break from classes, often lasting several weeks, and is associated with travel, relaxation, and various summer activities.

Strokes23Frequency#5528DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note

In China, summer vacation is often a time for students to participate in summer camps or travel with their families, reflecting the cultural value placed on education and leisure time. It's common for parents to arrange activities to ensure productive use of this break.

Memory Tip

Think of 暑 (shǔ) as 'hot,' representing the warm summer weather, and 假 (jià) as 'holiday' or 'vacation.' Visualize a sunny beach scene where students are enjoying their time off during the hot summer months, making the connection to 'summer vacation.'

Meanings of 暑假

shǔjià(shu3jia4)
1summer vacation
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暑假Simplified
23Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
个Measure Word
HSK 3.0L4IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1

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Quick Contrast

寒假 (hánjià) refers to winter vacation, typically occurring at the end of the calendar year and differing from 暑假 in season and associated activities.

Usage Notes

When using 暑假, be mindful of the context; it is mainly used in educational settings. Avoid confusing it with other vacation types, such as 冬假 (dōngjià) for winter vacation. It is generally informal, so ensure it fits the conversational tone.

HSK Study Tips

Although 暑假 is not an HSK vocabulary word, it is relevant for HSK 2-3 learners discussing school-related topics. Focus on the components of the word to enhance understanding of related vocabulary, like 寒假 (hánjià) for winter vacation.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 暑假 with other types of breaks. For example, saying '我喜欢寒假' (I like summer vacation) is incorrect; it should be '我喜欢暑假.' Make sure to use the right term for the specific vacation you're referring to.

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Component Characters

暑shǔheat
12 strokes日
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假jiǎfake
HSK 411 strokes亻
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How to say summer vacation in Chinese

“summer vacation” in Chinese is暑假shǔjià

暑假 (shǔjià) refers to the summer vacation period typically observed in schools and universities in China. It is a time when students have a break from classes, often lasting several weeks, and is associated with travel, relaxation, and various summer activities.

When to use 暑假

When using 暑假, be mindful of the context; it is mainly used in educational settings. Avoid confusing it with other vacation types, such as 冬假 (dōngjià) for winter vacation. It is generally informal, so ensure it fits the conversational tone.

暑假 or something close to it

寒假 (hánjià) refers to winter vacation, typically occurring at the end of the calendar year and differing from 暑假 in season and associated activities.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 暑假 with other types of breaks. For example, saying '我喜欢寒假' (I like summer vacation) is incorrect; it should be '我喜欢暑假.' Make sure to use the right term for the specific vacation you're referring to.

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暑假 typically lasts around 6 to 8 weeks, depending on the school or university.

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