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舞厅wǔtīngdance hallHSK 7, unknown, 18 strokes, rank #9264, Very Hard
舞厅wǔtīngballroomHSK 7, unknown, 18 strokes, rank #9264, Very Hard
wǔtīng(wu3ting1)wu ting T3
  1. 1dance hall
  2. 2ballroom
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March 24, 2026

舞厅(舞廳)wǔtīng(wu3ting1)

舞厅 (wǔ tīng) refers to a dance hall or ballroom, a social venue where people gather to dance and enjoy music. These spaces often host events such as parties, weddings, and dance competitions, making them popular in both urban and rural settings in China.

Strokes18Frequency#9264DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

Dance halls have a significant role in modern Chinese social life, especially among the younger generation. They are often venues for not only dancing but also meeting new friends and participating in cultural events.

Memory Tip

Imagine a grand hall filled with swirling dancers and the sound of music. The character 舞 (wǔ) looks like a dancer in motion, while 厅 (tīng) resembles a large, open space. Together, they create the image of a vibrant dance hall.

Meanings of 舞厅

wǔtīng(wu3ting1)
1dance hall
2ballroom
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About 舞厅

舞厅Simplified
舞廳Traditional
18Strokes
—Radical
#—Frequency Rank
间Measure Word
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 舞厅

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舞蹈 (dance) - choose 舞厅 when referring to a physical venue for dancing, not the act of dancing itself; 舞会 (dance party) - select 舞厅 to indicate the location rather than the event.

Usage Notes

Be cautious not to confuse 舞厅 with similar terms like 舞台 (wǔ tái) which means stage. 舞厅 is typically used in informal settings, while more formal contexts might use terms like 舞会 (wǔ huì) for a dance party. Remember to pronounce both tones correctly: third tone for 舞 and first tone for 厅.

HSK Study Tips

Although 舞厅 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it connects to HSK 3 and 4 words related to activities and places, such as 学校 (xué xiào, school) and 商店 (shāng diàn, store). Focus on context and usage in social situations.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse 舞厅 with 舞台 (wǔ tái), mistakenly using it to refer to a performance stage. Remember, 舞厅 is specifically for dancing venues.

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Component Characters

舞wǔto dance
HSK 714 strokes舛
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厅tīng(reception) hall
HSK 54 strokes厂
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How to say dance hall in Chinese

“dance hall” in Chinese is舞厅wǔtīng

舞厅 (wǔ tīng) refers to a dance hall or ballroom, a social venue where people gather to dance and enjoy music. These spaces often host events such as parties, weddings, and dance competitions, making them popular in both urban and rural settings in China.

When to use 舞厅

Be cautious not to confuse 舞厅 with similar terms like 舞台 (wǔ tái) which means stage. 舞厅 is typically used in informal settings, while more formal contexts might use terms like 舞会 (wǔ huì) for a dance party. Remember to pronounce both tones correctly: third tone for 舞 and first tone for 厅.

舞厅 or something close to it

舞蹈 (dance) - choose 舞厅 when referring to a physical venue for dancing, not the act of dancing itself; 舞会 (dance party) - select 舞厅 to indicate the location rather than the event.

What learners get wrong

Learners sometimes confuse 舞厅 with 舞台 (wǔ tái), mistakenly using it to refer to a performance stage. Remember, 舞厅 is specifically for dancing venues.

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舞厅 often hosts various events like weddings, dance competitions, and social gatherings.

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