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闭幕 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
闭幕bìmùthe curtain fallsHSK 5, unknown, 19 strokes, rank #40471, Hard
闭幕bìmùlower the curtainHSK 5, unknown, 19 strokes, rank #40471, Hard
闭幕bìmùto come to an end (of a meeting)HSK 5, unknown, 19 strokes, rank #40471, Hard
bìmù(bi4mu4) T4
  1. 1the curtain falls
  2. 2lower the curtain
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March 24, 2026

闭幕(閉幕)bìmù(bi4mu4)

The term 闭幕 (bì mù) refers to the act of closing or lowering a curtain, often used metaphorically to signify the conclusion of an event, such as a meeting, performance, or ceremony. It conveys a sense of finality and closure, marking the end of proceedings or activities.

Strokes19Frequency#40471DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the closing of a ceremony or event often carries significant meaning, as it symbolizes respect for the participants and the importance of the occasion. The phrase is commonly used during significant events such as festivals, business meetings, and performances.

Memory Tip

Imagine a grand theater where the curtains dramatically close at the end of a performance. The character 闭 (bì) means 'to close,' and 幕 (mù) means 'curtain.' Picture the 'B' in 'B curtain' for '闭' and the 'M' in 'M curtain' for '幕' to remember the pronunciation and meaning.

Meanings of 闭幕

bìmù(bi4mu4)
1the curtain falls
2lower the curtain
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About 闭幕

闭幕Simplified
閉幕Traditional
19Strokes
—Radical
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL5HSKKL3BCT✓CEFRB2

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Quick Contrast

结束 (jiéshù) vs 完成 (wánchéng) — use 闭幕 when emphasizing the ceremonial or formal aspect of closure.

Usage Notes

Common mistakes include using 闭幕 in casual contexts where a less formal term is more appropriate. It is generally used in formal situations, such as official events or ceremonies. Ensure you use the correct tone; mispronouncing it can lead to misunderstanding, as both characters have distinct tones.

HSK Study Tips

Though not an HSK vocabulary word, 闭幕 shares roots with other HSK Level 4 words related to events and endings. Focus on its components to build associations with similar terms, like 结束 (jié shù, to end) and 完成 (wán chéng, to complete).

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 闭幕 with the more casual term 结束. For example, saying '我们今天的会议闭幕了' (Wǒmen jīntiān de huìyì bìmùle) is overly formal; instead, use '我们今天的会议结束了' (Wǒmen jīntiān de huìyì jiéshùle).

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Component Characters

闭bìto close
HSK 66 strokes门
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幕mùcurtain or screen
HSK 713 strokes巾
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How to say the curtain falls in Chinese

“the curtain falls” in Chinese is闭幕bìmù

The term 闭幕 (bì mù) refers to the act of closing or lowering a curtain, often used metaphorically to signify the conclusion of an event, such as a meeting, performance, or ceremony. It conveys a sense of finality and closure, marking the end of proceedings or activities.

When to use 闭幕

Common mistakes include using 闭幕 in casual contexts where a less formal term is more appropriate. It is generally used in formal situations, such as official events or ceremonies. Ensure you use the correct tone; mispronouncing it can lead to misunderstanding, as both characters have distinct tones.

闭幕 or something close to it

结束 (jiéshù) vs 完成 (wánchéng) — use 闭幕 when emphasizing the ceremonial or formal aspect of closure.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 闭幕 with the more casual term 结束. For example, saying '我们今天的会议闭幕了' (Wǒmen jīntiān de huìyì bìmùle) is overly formal; instead, use '我们今天的会议结束了' (Wǒmen jīntiān de huìyì jiéshùle).

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Frequently Asked Questions about 闭幕

闭幕 is not typically used in everyday conversation, as it is more formal and specific to events. You are more likely to hear it used in discussions about conferences, performances, or other organized activities.

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