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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
电子书diànzǐshūelectronic book; e-book; e-book readerHSK 3, n, Medium
diànzǐshū(dian4zi5shu1)dian zi shu T4
  1. 1electronic book
  2. 2e-book
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May 27, 2026

电子书diànzǐshū(dian4zi5shu1)

电子书 (diànzǐshū) translates to 'e-book' in English, referring to digital versions of books that can be read on electronic devices. Commonly used in the context of reading, education, and technology, it represents a modern shift in how literature and information are consumed, allowing for convenience and accessibility.

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Cultural Note

The rise of 电子书 in China reflects the country's rapid technological advancements and changing reading habits, particularly among younger generations who favor digital content over traditional print.

Memory Tip

Think of '电子' (diànzǐ) as 'electricity' and '书' (shū) as 'book.' Imagine an electric book that lights up your reading experience. The character '电' (diàn) looks like a bolt of electricity, connecting the idea of power to the digital age.

Meanings of 电子书

diànzǐshū(dian4zi5shu1)
1electronic book
2e-book
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About 电子书

电子书Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L3ElementaryHSKKL2CEFRA2

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纸质书 (zhǐzhìshū) - choose 电子书 when referring to digital formats, while 纸质书 refers specifically to physical books.

Usage Notes

Use 电子书 in both formal and informal contexts when discussing reading materials. A common mistake is to confuse it with 纸书 (zhǐshū), which means 'paper book.' Remember to pronounce it with the correct tones, especially the falling tone on '子' (zǐ).

HSK Study Tips

As a level 3 vocabulary word, focus on integrating 电子书 into discussions about technology and education. Relate it to other HSK 3 words like '书' (shū - book) and '读' (dú - read) to build connections.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mistakenly use 电子书 in contexts where 纸书 is more appropriate, such as when discussing traditional reading experiences. Correct usage would be: '我喜欢读纸书' (wǒ xǐhuān dú zhǐshū - I like reading paper books) instead of substituting with 电子书.

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How to say electronic book in Chinese

“electronic book” in Chinese is电子书diànzǐshū

电子书 (diànzǐshū) translates to 'e-book' in English, referring to digital versions of books that can be read on electronic devices. Commonly used in the context of reading, education, and technology, it represents a modern shift in how literature and information are consumed, allowing for convenience and accessibility.

When to use 电子书

Use 电子书 in both formal and informal contexts when discussing reading materials. A common mistake is to confuse it with 纸书 (zhǐshū), which means 'paper book.' Remember to pronounce it with the correct tones, especially the falling tone on '子' (zǐ).

电子书 or something close to it

纸质书 (zhǐzhìshū) - choose 电子书 when referring to digital formats, while 纸质书 refers specifically to physical books.

What learners get wrong

Learners often mistakenly use 电子书 in contexts where 纸书 is more appropriate, such as when discussing traditional reading experiences. Correct usage would be: '我喜欢读纸书' (wǒ xǐhuān dú zhǐshū - I like reading paper books) instead of substituting with 电子书.

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