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周期 (zhōuqī) vs 频率 (pínlǜ): use 周期 for the duration of a repeating event, while 频率 refers to how often the events occur within that time.
Be cautious of using 周期 solely in formal contexts; it can also fit informal discussions about routine events. Common collocations include '经济周期' (economic cycle) and '生物周期' (biological cycle). Remember to maintain the correct tones when pronouncing the word to avoid confusion.
As an HSK 6 word, 周期 connects to other advanced vocabulary related to time and processes. Focus on understanding its usage in scientific texts and discussions to enhance comprehension and application in various contexts.
Learners often confuse 周期 with 期间 (qījiān), which refers to a time period without the cyclical aspect. For example, saying '经济期间' instead of '经济周期' demonstrates this mix-up.
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How to say period in Chinese
“period” in Chinese is周期
周期 (zhōuqī) refers to a recurring sequence of events or phenomena, often measured in time. It is commonly used in contexts such as physics, economics, and biology to describe phenomena that repeat over a set period, like seasons or economic cycles.
When to use 周期
Be cautious of using 周期 solely in formal contexts; it can also fit informal discussions about routine events. Common collocations include '经济周期' (economic cycle) and '生物周期' (biological cycle). Remember to maintain the correct tones when pronouncing the word to avoid confusion.
周期 or something close to it
周期 (zhōuqī) vs 频率 (pínlǜ): use 周期 for the duration of a repeating event, while 频率 refers to how often the events occur within that time.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 周期 with 期间 (qījiān), which refers to a time period without the cyclical aspect. For example, saying '经济期间' instead of '经济周期' demonstrates this mix-up.
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Grammar Patterns of 周期
周期 carries 2 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
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他们力求把开发____缩至18个月以下。
They aim to cut production lead times to under 18 months.
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You might say, '市场经济有一个明显的经济周期' (The market economy has a clear economic cycle).
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