通勤 (tōngqín) refers to the act of commuting, typically between home and work or school. It is commonly used to describe the daily travel that employees and students undertake, often in urban settings. This term encapsulates both the journey and the routine associated with it.
HSK 4, 16 strokes, Hard
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May 27, 2026
通勤tōngqín(tong1qin2)
通勤 (tōngqín) refers to the act of commuting, typically between home and work or school. It is commonly used to describe the daily travel that employees and students undertake, often in urban settings. This term encapsulates both the journey and the routine associated with it.
Strokes16Frequency#—DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In China, the concept of 通勤 is particularly significant due to the extensive urbanization and the high population density in cities, leading to unique commuting experiences such as crowded subways and long bus rides.
Memory Tip
Imagine a train that '通' (tōng) connects your home with your workplace, helping you '勤' (qín) or diligently get to work every day. Visualize hopping on a train that smoothly travels through the city, linking places and people, making your commute efficient and meaningful.
About 通勤
通勤Simplified
16Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L4IntermediateHSKKL2CEFRB1
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a train that '通' (tōng) connects your home with your workplace, helping you '勤' (qín) or diligently get to work every day. Visualize hopping on a train that smoothly travels through the city, linking places and people, making your commute efficient and meaningful.
Usage Notes
通勤 is generally used in both formal and informal contexts, making it versatile for everyday conversations about work or school. Be mindful of the tone; '通' (tōng) is first tone and '勤' (qín) is second tone, as mispronouncing them can lead to misunderstandings.
HSK Study Tips
At HSK Level 4, focus on using 通勤 in complete sentences to describe your daily routines and travel experiences. This word connects to other vocabulary related to transportation and work, enhancing your discussions about daily life.
Cultural Note
In China, the concept of 通勤 is particularly significant due to the extensive urbanization and the high population density in cities, leading to unique commuting experiences such as crowded subways and long bus rides.
Common Mistakes
One common mistake is confusing 通勤 with 旅行 (lǚxíng), which means travel in a broader sense. For example, saying '我通勤去中国' (I commute to China) is incorrect; instead, say '我通勤去工作' (I commute to work).
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In China, the concept of 通勤 is particularly significant due to the extensive urbanization and the high population density in cities, leading to unique commuting experiences such as crowded subways and long bus rides.
Frequently Asked Questions about 通勤
通勤 means commuting, specifically the travel between home and work or school.
You can say, '我每天通勤两个小时' (I commute for two hours every day).
Yes, 通勤 can be used in both formal and informal contexts when discussing work or school travel.
