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税务 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
税务shuìwùtaxation servicesHSK 7, unknown, 17 strokes, rank #12804, Very Hard
税务shuìwùstate revenue serviceHSK 7, unknown, 17 strokes, rank #12804, Very Hard
shuìwù(shui4wu4) T4
  1. 1taxation services
  2. 2state revenue service
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March 24, 2026

税务(稅務)shuìwù(shui4wu4)

税务 (shui4 wu4) refers to taxation services and the administration of taxes by the government. This term is commonly used in contexts related to government finance, tax collection, and fiscal policy, especially in discussions involving citizens and businesses interacting with tax authorities.

Strokes17Frequency#12804DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In China, the process of taxation is deeply embedded in the state’s financial system, and the tax office (税务局) plays a crucial role in ensuring compliance and revenue. Understanding 税务 can help learners navigate the complexities of the Chinese taxation system, which may differ significantly from other countries.

Memory Tip

Think of 税 (shui4) as a 'shoe' that you put on to walk into a tax office, and 务 (wu4) as 'work' that needs to be done. Together, imagine walking in to do your tax work while wearing your 'tax shoes'. The pronunciation 'shui4 wu4' sounds like 'shoo-ee woo', which can be linked to the idea of dealing with taxes.

Meanings of 税务

shuìwù(shui4wu4)
1taxation services
2state revenue service
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About 税务

税务Simplified
稅務Traditional
17Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedBCT✓CEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 税务

Usage Notes

Be careful with the tone when pronouncing 税务 (shui4 wu4), as mispronouncing the tones can change the meaning entirely. This term is typically used in formal contexts, such as government documents or discussions about fiscal policies. Common collocations include 税务局 (shui4 wu4 ju2 - tax bureau) and 税务登记 (shui4 wu4 deng1 ji4 - tax registration).

HSK Study Tips

While 税务 is not specifically listed in HSK vocabulary, it aligns with HSK level 4 due to its relevance in discussions about governance and finance. Students should focus on understanding the components of the term and its usage in formal dialogues and written texts related to taxation.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 税务 (shui4 wu4) with 税收 (shui4 shou1 - tax revenue), which emphasizes the collection aspect rather than the administrative side. Remember, 税务 focuses on taxation services, while 税收 refers to the actual revenue collected.

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Component Characters

税shuìtaxes
HSK 512 strokes禾
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务wùaffair
HSK 45 strokes夂
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How to say taxation services in Chinese

“taxation services” in Chinese is税务shuìwù

税务 (shui4 wu4) refers to taxation services and the administration of taxes by the government. This term is commonly used in contexts related to government finance, tax collection, and fiscal policy, especially in discussions involving citizens and businesses interacting with tax authorities.

When to use 税务

Be careful with the tone when pronouncing 税务 (shui4 wu4), as mispronouncing the tones can change the meaning entirely. This term is typically used in formal contexts, such as government documents or discussions about fiscal policies. Common collocations include 税务局 (shui4 wu4 ju2 - tax bureau) and 税务登记 (shui4 wu4 deng1 ji4 - tax registration).

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 税务 (shui4 wu4) with 税收 (shui4 shou1 - tax revenue), which emphasizes the collection aspect rather than the administrative side. Remember, 税务 focuses on taxation services, while 税收 refers to the actual revenue collected.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 税务

税务 means taxation services or state revenue service, relating to the administration of taxes.

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