Meanings of 多久
Listen & Choose the Meaning
Choose the correct answer:
About 多久
Podcast: 多久
Podcast: 多久
Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you
New here?
AI Study Notes for 多久
多久 (duōjiǔ) vs 多长 (duōcháng) — use 多久 when asking about an unspecified duration, while 多长 is more specific to asking about the length of time in terms of measurable units.
Be careful not to confuse '多久' with '多长' (duō cháng), which asks about length rather than duration. '多久' is more informal, so it's suitable for everyday conversations rather than formal writing.
Although '多久' is not an HSK word, it is a useful phrase for beginners. Students should practice using it in questions to enhance conversational skills, especially when discussing time.
Learners often mix up '多久' with '多长,' leading to confusion in questions about duration versus length. For example, saying '这条路多长?' (zhè tiáo lù duō cháng?) when asking for how long it takes to travel the road is incorrect; it should be '这条路多久?' (zhè tiáo lù duōjiǔ?).
Pronunciation of 多久
Drill the tone of 多久 with AI-powered exercises, get instant feedback, and earn XP toward mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.
Component Characters
How to say how long? in Chinese
“how long?” in Chinese is多久
多久 (duōjiǔ) means 'how long?' and is used to inquire about the duration of time. It can refer to both short and long intervals, commonly used in contexts such as asking about wait times or the length of an event.
When to use 多久
Be careful not to confuse '多久' with '多长' (duō cháng), which asks about length rather than duration. '多久' is more informal, so it's suitable for everyday conversations rather than formal writing.
多久 or something close to it
多久 (duōjiǔ) vs 多长 (duōcháng) — use 多久 when asking about an unspecified duration, while 多长 is more specific to asking about the length of time in terms of measurable units.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mix up '多久' with '多长,' leading to confusion in questions about duration versus length. For example, saying '这条路多长?' (zhè tiáo lù duō cháng?) when asking for how long it takes to travel the road is incorrect; it should be '这条路多久?' (zhè tiáo lù duōjiǔ?).
Write 多久
New here? to save your writing progress and earn XP.
Practice writing 多久 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.
Frequently Asked Questions about 多久
'多久' asks about the duration of time, while '多长' asks about the physical length of something.
Jason Recommends
Not sure what to learn after 多久?
Jason picks three words from your level and explains why each one is worth your time next. It takes a free account so he knows what you already know.