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周末 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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周末
zhōumò
weekend
HSK 3, t, 13 strokes, rank #1268, Medium
zhōumò(zhou1mo4)zhou mo T1
1weekend
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March 24, 2026
周末(週末)zhōumò(zhou1mo4)
周末 (zhōumò) refers to the weekend, specifically Saturday and Sunday, when most people take a break from work or school. It is commonly used in conversations about plans, leisure activities, or family time during these days.
Strokes13Frequency#1268DifficultyMedium
Cultural note
In Chinese culture, weekends are often family-oriented, with many people engaging in leisure activities or visiting relatives. It’s common for families to go on outings or participate in community events during this time.
Memory tip
Imagine a clock that moves in circles (周) and stops for a rest (末) at the weekend. Picture yourself relaxing at the end of the week, enjoying your time off, which makes it easy to remember that 周末 means 'weekend.'
Meanings of 周末
zhōumò(zhou1mo4)
1weekend
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About 周末
周末Simplified
週末Traditional
13Strokes
—Radical
时间词time word (t.)Part of Speech
#1268Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L3HSK 3.0L3ElementaryTOCFLL2HSKKL1CEFRA1
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Usage Notes
Be mindful of using the correct tones; mispronouncing it could lead to confusion with other words. It's often used in informal contexts when discussing plans, e.g., '这个周末 (this weekend).' Avoid mixing it with weekdays.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 3 word, 周末 connects well with other time-related vocabulary like 星期 (week) and 今天 (today). Focus on using it in sentences to practice your speaking and writing skills about daily life.
Common Mistakes
A common mistake is using the wrong tones, such as saying 'zhōu mǒ,' which can confuse listeners. Always pronounce it as 'zhōumò' to convey the correct meaning.
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周末 (zhōumò) refers to the weekend, specifically Saturday and Sunday, when most people take a break from work or school. It is commonly used in conversations about plans, leisure activities, or family time during these days.
When to use 周末
Be mindful of using the correct tones; mispronouncing it could lead to confusion with other words. It's often used in informal contexts when discussing plans, e.g., '这个周末 (this weekend).' Avoid mixing it with weekdays.
What learners get wrong
A common mistake is using the wrong tones, such as saying 'zhōu mǒ,' which can confuse listeners. Always pronounce it as 'zhōumò' to convey the correct meaning.
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Grammar patterns of 周末
周末 carries one core meaning. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
