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节目
jiémù
program
HSK 3, n, 10 strokes, rank #540, Medium
节目
jiémù
item (on a program)
HSK 3, n, 10 strokes, rank #540, Medium
jiémù(jie2mu4)jie mu T2
1program
2item (on a program)
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March 24, 2026
节目(節目)jiémù(jie2mu4)
The term 节目 (jiémù) refers to a program or item featured in a show, such as on television, radio, or during events. It can be used to describe various types of performances or presentations, emphasizing the organized nature of the content.
Strokes10Frequency#540DifficultyMedium
Cultural note
In Chinese culture, 节目 can refer to both traditional performances, such as Peking opera, and modern entertainment, showcasing the blend of old and new in Chinese media.
Memory tip
Think of 节 (jié) as a 'tie' (like tying together elements) and 目 (mù) as an 'eye' (looking at something). Imagine tying together different performances that you watch with your eyes – this helps you remember both the meaning and pronunciation.
Meanings of 节目
jiémù(jie2mu4)
1program
2item (on a program)
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About 节目
节目Simplified
節目Traditional
10Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#540Frequency Rank
台Measure Word
HSK 2.0L3HSK 3.0L3ElementaryTOCFLL2HSKKL1CEFRA1
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Quick Contrast
节目 (jiémù) vs 项目 (xiàngmù) — use 节目 for entertainment or performance-related content, while 项目 refers to a project or task.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 节目 with 课程 (kèchéng), which means course or curriculum. It's important to use 节目 in contexts related to entertainment or events. Be mindful of using the correct measure words: 节目 is often paired with 台 (tái) for shows and 个 (gè) for general items.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 3 word, 节目 connects with other vocabulary related to media and entertainment. Students should focus on using it in sentences about their favorite shows or events to practice context and usage.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misuse 节目 by saying '我看节目' (Wǒ kàn jiémù) without specifying the context, which sounds incomplete. Adding context like '我在电视上看节目' (Wǒ zài diànshì shàng kàn jiémù) is more accurate.
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The term 节目 (jiémù) refers to a program or item featured in a show, such as on television, radio, or during events. It can be used to describe various types of performances or presentations, emphasizing the organized nature of the content.
When to use 节目
Common mistakes include confusing 节目 with 课程 (kèchéng), which means course or curriculum. It's important to use 节目 in contexts related to entertainment or events. Be mindful of using the correct measure words: 节目 is often paired with 台 (tái) for shows and 个 (gè) for general items.
节目 or something close to it
节目 (jiémù) vs 项目 (xiàngmù) — use 节目 for entertainment or performance-related content, while 项目 refers to a project or task.
What learners get wrong
Learners often misuse 节目 by saying '我看节目' (Wǒ kàn jiémù) without specifying the context, which sounds incomplete. Adding context like '我在电视上看节目' (Wǒ zài diànshì shàng kàn jiémù) is more accurate.
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Grammar patterns of 节目
节目 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). It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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那个____将包括英格兰与爱尔兰比赛的实况报道。
That programme will include live commentary on the England-Ireland game.
Example sentences for 节目 (14)
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那个节目将包括英格兰与爱尔兰比赛的实况报道。
nàge jiémù jiāng bāokuò Yīng gé lán yǔ ài ěr lán bǐsài de shíkuàng bàodào。
That programme will include live commentary on the England-Ireland game.
2
要参与这个节目的制作，你得够大胆。
yào cānyù zhège jiémù de zhìzuò， nǐ de gòu dàdǎn。
To work on this show you've got to have balls.
3
她的梦想是主持一档电视时尚生活节目。
tā de mèngxiǎng shì zhǔchí yī dǎng diànshì shíshàng shēnghuó jiémù。
Her dream is to present a lifestyle show on television.
4
我们的整个节目都是关注心灵的，但却不是宗教性的。
wǒmen de zhěnggè jiémù dōushì guānzhù xīnlíng de， dàn què bùshì zōngjiào xìng de。
Our whole programme is spiritually oriented but not religious.
5
她参加了英国广播公司听众来电参与节目。
tā cānjiā le Yīng guó guǎngbō gōngsī tīngzhòng láidiàn cānyù jiémù。
She took part in a BBC radio phone-in programme.
6
我认为这是有史以来播出的最烂的节目之一。
wǒ rènwéi zhè shì yǒu Shǐ yǐlái bōchū de zuì làn de jiémù zhīyī。
I judged it to be one of the worst programmes ever screened.
7
佩罗期待着新一轮的竞选宣传节目的播出。
pèi luō qīdài zhe xīn yī lún de jìngxuǎn xuānchuán jiémù de bōchū。
Perot hoped to run another series of campaign infomercials.
8
节目一开始是一段《古兰经》朗诵。
jiémù yī kāishǐ shì yī duàn《 gǔ lán Jīng》 lǎngsòng。
The transmission began with a recitation from the Koran.
