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速度 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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速度
sùdù
speed
HSK 4, n, 19 strokes, rank #1824, Medium
速度
sùdù
rate
HSK 4, n, 19 strokes, rank #1824, Medium
速度
sùdù
velocity
HSK 4, n, 19 strokes, rank #1824, Medium
速度
sùdù
(music) tempo
HSK 4, unknown, 19 strokes, rank #1824, Medium
sùdù(su4du4)su du T4
1speed
2rate
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March 24, 2026
速度sùdù(su4du4)
速度 (sùdù) refers to the rate at which something moves or operates. It is commonly used in contexts such as physics, transportation, and even music to describe tempo. Understanding this term can help in discussions about efficiency and performance in various fields.
Strokes19Frequency#1824DifficultyMedium
Cultural note
In Chinese culture, there is a strong emphasis on efficiency and productivity, often reflected in the importance of speed in business and technology. The term 速度 is frequently used in discussions about advancements in transportation, like high-speed trains.
Memory tip
Imagine a super-fast cheetah (速, sù) racing on a straight road (度, dù) with a speedometer showing high numbers. Visualize the cheetah's speed and the road's measurement to remember that 速度 means 'speed'.
Meanings of 速度
sùdù(su4du4)
1speed
2rate
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About 速度
速度Simplified
19Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#1824Frequency Rank
个Measure Word
HSK 2.0L4HSK 3.0L4ElementaryTOCFLL3HSKKL2CEFRA2
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快慢 (kuài màn) — use 速度 (sùdù) when referring specifically to the rate of movement or operation, whereas 快慢 describes the general concept of fast and slow without the precise measurement aspect.
Usage Notes
Be aware that 速度 is a noun, so it should not be used as a verb. Common collocations include '提高速度' (tígāo sùdù - to increase speed) and '速度限制' (sùdù xiànzhì - speed limit). Make sure to use the correct tone for clarity, especially since it is a level 4 HSK word.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 4 word, 速度 connects with other terms related to measurement and performance, such as 量 (liàng - quantity) and 强度 (qiángdù - intensity). Focus on using it in sentences to describe different scenarios, enhancing your vocabulary related to speed and efficiency.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 速度 with 速率 (sùlǜ), which also means 'rate' but is more technical. For example, saying '我喜欢速率' (wǒ xǐhuān sùlǜ) in casual conversation may sound odd; use 速度 instead.
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速度 (sùdù) refers to the rate at which something moves or operates. It is commonly used in contexts such as physics, transportation, and even music to describe tempo. Understanding this term can help in discussions about efficiency and performance in various fields.
When to use 速度
Be aware that 速度 is a noun, so it should not be used as a verb. Common collocations include '提高速度' (tígāo sùdù - to increase speed) and '速度限制' (sùdù xiànzhì - speed limit). Make sure to use the correct tone for clarity, especially since it is a level 4 HSK word.
速度 or something close to it
快慢 (kuài màn) — use 速度 (sùdù) when referring specifically to the rate of movement or operation, whereas 快慢 describes the general concept of fast and slow without the precise measurement aspect.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 速度 with 速率 (sùlǜ), which also means 'rate' but is more technical. For example, saying '我喜欢速率' (wǒ xǐhuān sùlǜ) in casual conversation may sound odd; use 速度 instead.
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Grammar patterns of 速度
速度 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 4 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.
