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March 24, 2026
本期()běnqī(ben3qi1)
本期 (běnqī) refers to the current period or term, often used in contexts like finance, reports, or academic terms. It emphasizes the timeframe being discussed, distinguishing it from past or future periods. This term is commonly used in business and educational settings to indicate the specific duration relevant to the context.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese finance, terms like 本期 are crucial for understanding reports and performance indicators. The emphasis on specific periods aligns with the Chinese practice of regular financial assessments, such as quarterly reports.
Memory Tip
Imagine '本' (běn) as the base of a tree, representing 'this' or 'current,' grounding you in the present. '期' (qī) looks like a clock face, marking time. Together, think of a tree growing in the current season, symbolizing 'this period.'
Meanings of 本期
běnqī(ben3qi1)
1the current period
2this term (usually in finance)
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Quick Contrast
本期 (běnqī) vs 上期 (shàngqī) — use 本期 for the current period, while 上期 refers to the previous period.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine '本' (běn) as the base of a tree, representing 'this' or 'current,' grounding you in the present. '期' (qī) looks like a clock face, marking time. Together, think of a tree growing in the current season, symbolizing 'this period.'
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 本期 with 过去 (guòqù), which means 'past period.' 本期 is typically used in formal contexts, such as reports or academic discussions. Common collocations include 本期报告 (běnqī bào gào - current report) and 本期业绩 (běnqī yèjì - current performance).
HSK Study Tips
本期 is not included in the official HSK vocabulary list, but it may be encountered in more advanced contexts. It relates to time expressions, so focus on understanding how it fits into sentences that discuss periods or terms, especially in finance.
Cultural Note
In Chinese finance, terms like 本期 are crucial for understanding reports and performance indicators. The emphasis on specific periods aligns with the Chinese practice of regular financial assessments, such as quarterly reports.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 本期 with 上期 (shàngqī), which means 'last period.' For example, saying '本期的业绩比上期差' (This period's performance is worse than the last period) is correct, but ensure the context is clear to avoid confusion.
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In Chinese finance, terms like 本期 are crucial for understanding reports and performance indicators. The emphasis on specific periods aligns with the Chinese practice of regular financial assessments, such as quarterly reports.
Frequently Asked Questions about 本期
You can say: '本期的销售额比上期增长了20%' (The sales this period increased by 20% compared to the last period).
本期 is considered formal and is mainly used in written reports, business communications, or academic contexts.
No, 本期 specifically refers to the current period; for future periods, use 下期 (xiàqī).
