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March 24, 2026
星期天()xīngqītiān(Xing1qi1tian1)
星期天 (xīng qī tiān) means 'Sunday' in Mandarin. It is used to refer to the last day of the week and is often associated with rest and leisure activities. In many cultures, including Chinese, it is a day when people spend time with family or engage in recreational activities.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, Sunday often symbolizes a day of rest and family gatherings, similar to many Western cultures. It's common for people to engage in leisure activities or visit parks on this day.
Memory Tip
Think of '星期' (xīng qī) as 'star period' (the stars being the days of the week), and '天' (tiān) means 'sky' or 'heaven.' Imagine looking up at the sky on a Sunday, seeing stars representing the week, and feeling the weekend spirit.
Meanings of 星期天
xīngqītiān(Xing1qi1tian1)
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星期天Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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Quick Contrast
星期六 (Saturday) - use 星期天 for the last day of the week, while 星期六 refers to the day before it.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of '星期' (xīng qī) as 'star period' (the stars being the days of the week), and '天' (tiān) means 'sky' or 'heaven.' Imagine looking up at the sky on a Sunday, seeing stars representing the week, and feeling the weekend spirit.
Usage Notes
Learners should note that '星期天' is commonly used in everyday conversation, but '周日' (zhōu rì) is also a formal term for Sunday. Be careful with tones; the first syllable 'xing' must be pronounced with a high level tone (1st tone) to avoid confusion.
HSK Study Tips
While '星期天' is not an HSK vocabulary word, it is useful for learners at HSK 1-2 levels. Students should focus on pronunciation and practice using it in sentences related to schedules and activities.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, Sunday often symbolizes a day of rest and family gatherings, similar to many Western cultures. It's common for people to engage in leisure activities or visit parks on this day.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse '星期天' with '星期六' (Saturday) due to similar structure. For instance, saying '我星期天去工作' when they mean Saturday is incorrect; it should be '我星期六去工作'.
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Cultural Notes for 星期天
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In Chinese culture, Sunday often symbolizes a day of rest and family gatherings, similar to many Western cultures. It's common for people to engage in leisure activities or visit parks on this day.
Frequently Asked Questions about 星期天
'星期天' is common, but '周日' is more formal and often used in written Chinese.
You can say, '我星期天去公园' (Wǒ xīng qī tiān qù gōngyuán) meaning 'I will go to the park on Sunday.'
Most Mandarin speakers use '星期天' or '周日,' but regional dialects may have variations.
