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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
快车kuàichēexpress (train, bus etc)HSK 6, unknown, 11 strokes, rank #14725, Hard
kuàichē(kuai4che1)kuai che T4
  1. 1express (train, bus etc)
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March 24, 2026

快车(快車)kuàichē(kuai4che1)

快车 (kuài chē) refers to an express vehicle, commonly used for trains and buses that operate faster than regular services. These vehicles are designed to make fewer stops, allowing for quicker travel times between destinations. In everyday conversation, it's often used when discussing travel options or schedules.

Strokes11Frequency#14725DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In China, the concept of 快车 is prevalent due to the extensive high-speed rail network, which emphasizes efficiency in travel. This reflects the culture's value on time management and swift transportation options.

Memory Tip

Imagine a speedy car (车, chē) zooming down the highway, with '快' (kuài) meaning fast. Visualize a bright flash of light as it passes by, reminding you that '快' signifies speed and efficiency.

Meanings of 快车

kuàichē(kuai4che1)
1express (train, bus etc)
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About 快车

快车Simplified
快車Traditional
11Strokes
—Radical
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1

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Quick Contrast

快车 (kuàichē) vs 普通车 (pǔtōngchē) — use 快车 for express services that make fewer stops, while 普通车 refers to regular services that make more stops.

Usage Notes

Learners often confuse 快车 with 普通车 (pǔtōng chē), which means regular or ordinary vehicles. It's important to use 快车 in contexts where speed is emphasized, such as travel planning. Be cautious with the tones, as mispronouncing them could change the meaning completely.

HSK Study Tips

Though not an HSK vocabulary word, 快车 connects with other transportation-related terms. Students should focus on the concept of speed and efficiency in travel, which is a common theme in HSK vocabulary. Associating it with other travel terms can enhance comprehension.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mistakenly use 快车 when referring to any vehicle, leading to confusion. For example, saying '我坐快车去商店' (I take the express vehicle to the store) is incorrect; it’s better to specify if you are discussing a train or bus context.

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Component Characters

快kuàirapid
HSK 27 strokes忄
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车chēcar
HSK 14 strokes车
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How to say express (train, bus etc) in Chinese

“express (train, bus etc)” in Chinese is快车kuàichē

快车 (kuài chē) refers to an express vehicle, commonly used for trains and buses that operate faster than regular services. These vehicles are designed to make fewer stops, allowing for quicker travel times between destinations. In everyday conversation, it's often used when discussing travel options or schedules.

When to use 快车

Learners often confuse 快车 with 普通车 (pǔtōng chē), which means regular or ordinary vehicles. It's important to use 快车 in contexts where speed is emphasized, such as travel planning. Be cautious with the tones, as mispronouncing them could change the meaning completely.

快车 or something close to it

快车 (kuàichē) vs 普通车 (pǔtōngchē) — use 快车 for express services that make fewer stops, while 普通车 refers to regular services that make more stops.

What learners get wrong

Learners often mistakenly use 快车 when referring to any vehicle, leading to confusion. For example, saying '我坐快车去商店' (I take the express vehicle to the store) is incorrect; it’s better to specify if you are discussing a train or bus context.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 快车

快车 refers to express services that are faster and make fewer stops, whereas 普通车 refers to regular services that stop more frequently.

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