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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.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
“____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.
