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图书馆
túshūguǎn
library
HSK 3, n, 23 strokes, rank #2931, Medium
túshūguǎn(tu2shu1guan3)tu shu guan T2
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March 24, 2026
图书馆(圖書館)túshūguǎn(tu2shu1guan3)
图书馆 (tú shū guǎn) refers to a library, a place where books, magazines, and other resources are stored and made available for public use. Libraries are important cultural institutions that promote literacy and learning in communities.
Strokes23Frequency#2931DifficultyMedium
Cultural note
In Chinese culture, libraries are often seen as quiet places for study and reflection, and many universities have extensive libraries that are central to student life. They commonly host events such as book fairs and lectures.
Memory tip
Imagine a '图' (tú) with a '书' (shū) in its hand, walking into a '馆' (guǎn) that is filled with books. The visual of a book-carrying figure entering a library helps to remember both the meaning and pronunciation.
Meanings of 图书馆
túshūguǎn(tu2shu1guan3)
1library
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图书馆Simplified
圖書館Traditional
23Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#2931Frequency Rank
家Measure Word
HSK 2.0L3HSK 3.0L3ElementaryTOCFLL1HSKKL1CEFRA1
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Usage Notes
When using 图书馆, it's common to refer to it as a place for studying or borrowing books. Be mindful of the tones; incorrect pronunciation can change the meaning. For instance, don't confuse it with 图书 (tú shū) which means 'books'.
HSK Study Tips
As HSK Level 3 vocabulary, 图书馆 connects with other words related to education and learning, such as 学校 (xué xiào, school) and 书 (shū, book). Focus on using it in sentences that discuss studying or resources.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 图书馆 with 书房 (shū fáng), which means 'study room' at home. For example, saying '我在书房借书' (Wǒ zài shū fáng jiè shū) is incorrect; it should be '我在图书馆借书' (Wǒ zài tú shū guǎn jiè shū).
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图书馆 (tú shū guǎn) refers to a library, a place where books, magazines, and other resources are stored and made available for public use. Libraries are important cultural institutions that promote literacy and learning in communities.
When to use 图书馆
When using 图书馆, it's common to refer to it as a place for studying or borrowing books. Be mindful of the tones; incorrect pronunciation can change the meaning. For instance, don't confuse it with 图书 (tú shū) which means 'books'.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 图书馆 with 书房 (shū fáng), which means 'study room' at home. For example, saying '我在书房借书' (Wǒ zài shū fáng jiè shū) is incorrect; it should be '我在图书馆借书' (Wǒ zài tú shū guǎn jiè shū).
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Grammar patterns of 图书馆
图书馆 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
The library will be closed next Monday, so we need to borrow books today.
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Cultural Notes for 图书馆
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Unlike in many Western countries where libraries often serve as community centers, Chinese libraries may focus more on academic resources and are typically quieter spaces.
Frequently asked questions about 图书馆
You can say '我去图书馆' (Wǒ qù tú shū guǎn).
图书馆 (library) is a place for borrowing books, while 书店 (bookstore) is a place for buying books.
It can be crowded, especially during exam periods when many students go to study.
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