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娱乐
yúlè
to entertain
HSK 5, vn, 15 strokes, rank #2916, Hard
娱乐
yúlè
to amuse
HSK 5, vn, 15 strokes, rank #2916, Hard
娱乐
yúlè
entertainment
HSK 5, vn, 15 strokes, rank #2916, Hard
娱乐
yúlè
recreation
HSK 5, vn, 15 strokes, rank #2916, Hard
娱乐
yúlè
amusement
HSK 5, vn, 15 strokes, rank #2916, Hard
娱乐
yúlè
hobby
HSK 5, vn, 15 strokes, rank #2916, Hard
娱乐
yúlè
fun
HSK 5, vn, 15 strokes, rank #2916, Hard
娱乐
yúlè
joy
HSK 5, vn, 15 strokes, rank #2916, Hard
yúlè(yu2le4)yu le T2
1to entertain
2to amuse
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March 24, 2026
娱乐(娛樂)yúlè(yu2le4)
The word 娱乐 (yú lè) refers to activities or forms of entertainment that provide amusement and joy. It encompasses a wide range of leisure activities, from watching movies to playing sports, and is often used in contexts relating to recreation and hobbies.
Strokes15Frequency#2916DifficultyHard
Cultural note
In Chinese culture, entertainment often includes traditional forms such as opera and festivals, reflecting both modern and historical influences. The concept of leisure is increasingly important as urbanization grows, with more people seeking recreational activities.
Memory tip
Imagine a giant 'u' shape (for 'yu') holding a party with lots of laughter and fun (for 'le'), symbolizing entertainment. Picture this giant 'u' laughing and dancing, which helps you remember that 娱乐 means to entertain and have fun.
Meanings of 娱乐
yúlè(yu2le4)
1to entertain
2to amuse
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About 娱乐
娱乐Simplified
娛樂Traditional
15Strokes
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名动词dòngcíverb-noun (v.-n.)Part of Speech
#2916Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1
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Quick Contrast
休闲 (xiūxián) refers to leisure activities but emphasizes relaxation, while 娱乐 (yúlè) focuses more on amusement and entertainment.
Usage Notes
Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing 娱乐, as misplacing the tones can change the meaning. It is often used in informal contexts, but can also appear in more formal discussions about recreational activities. Common collocations include 娱乐活动 (yú lè huó dòng - entertainment activities) and 娱乐行业 (yú lè háng yè - entertainment industry).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 5 word, 娱乐 connects with other vocabulary around leisure and enjoyment, such as 休闲 (xiū xián - leisure) and 消遣 (xiāo qiǎn - pastime). Students should focus on understanding its nuances in different contexts of recreation.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 娱乐 with the verb 玩 (wán - to play), using it incorrectly in contexts like '我去玩娱乐' (Wǒ qù wán yú lè), which should be '我去娱乐' (Wǒ qù yú lè - I'm going to entertain myself). Always use it as a noun or in its proper context as a verb.
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The word 娱乐 (yú lè) refers to activities or forms of entertainment that provide amusement and joy. It encompasses a wide range of leisure activities, from watching movies to playing sports, and is often used in contexts relating to recreation and hobbies.
When to use 娱乐
Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing 娱乐, as misplacing the tones can change the meaning. It is often used in informal contexts, but can also appear in more formal discussions about recreational activities. Common collocations include 娱乐活动 (yú lè huó dòng - entertainment activities) and 娱乐行业 (yú lè háng yè - entertainment industry).
娱乐 or something close to it
休闲 (xiūxián) refers to leisure activities but emphasizes relaxation, while 娱乐 (yúlè) focuses more on amusement and entertainment.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 娱乐 with the verb 玩 (wán - to play), using it incorrectly in contexts like '我去玩娱乐' (Wǒ qù wán yú lè), which should be '我去娱乐' (Wǒ qù yú lè - I'm going to entertain myself). Always use it as a noun or in its proper context as a verb.
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Grammar patterns of 娱乐
娱乐 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 8 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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“____消遣是每个国民都能享受的事，”她坚定地说。
"Enter-taining is something that everyone in the country can enjoy," she averred.
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“娱乐消遣是每个国民都能享受的事，”她坚定地说。
“ yúlè xiāoqiǎn shì měi gè guómín dōu néng xiǎngshòu de shì，” tā jiāndìng dì shuō。
"Enter-taining is something that everyone in the country can enjoy," she averred.
2
我们问了娱乐圈里的女性有关电影制作的内幕。
wǒmen wèn le yúlè juān lǐ de nǚxìng yǒuguān diànyǐng zhìzuò de nèimù。
We asked women in the biz for their low-down on film-making.
3
在所有简单无害的娱乐项目背后都隐藏着危险，特别是对儿童而言。
zài suǒyǒu jiǎndān wú hài de yúlè xiàngmù bèihòu dōu yǐncáng zhe wēixiǎn， tèbié shì duì értóng ér yán。
Under all the innocent fun, there are hidden dangers, especially for children.
4
导演想要当时签约于华纳兄弟娱乐公司旗下的奥利维娅·德哈维兰出演。
dǎoyǎn xiǎngyào dāngshí qiānyuē yú huā nà xiōngdì yúlè gōngsī qí xià de ào lì wéi yà· dé Hā wéi lán chūyǎn。
The director wanted Olivia de Havilland, then under contract to Warner Brothers.
5
我的爱好是：到外面上馆子，晚上在家娱乐，听音乐，寻乐子。
wǒ de àihào shì： dào wàimiàn shàng guǎn zi， wǎnshang zàijiā yúlè， tīngyīnyuè， xún lè zi。
My interests: eating out, fun nights in, music and laughter.
