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浴室yùshìbathroom (room used for bathing)HSK 6, unknown, 19 strokes, rank #2943, Hard
yùshì(yu4shi4)yu shi T4
  1. 1bathroom (room used for bathing)
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March 24, 2026

浴室yùshì(yu4shi4)

The term 浴室 (yùshì) refers to a bathroom, specifically a room designed for bathing. In everyday contexts, it can denote a private or public space equipped with a shower or bathtub, often associated with personal hygiene and relaxation.

Strokes19Frequency#2943DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, bathing can be associated with relaxation and self-care, often seen in traditional practices like hot springs (温泉, wēnquán) which highlight the importance of water in wellness.

Memory Tip

Imagine a serene room where you go to wash away your worries. The character 浴 (yù) resembles a flowing river, symbolizing water and bathing, while 室 (shì) looks like a house, indicating it is a room. Together, they create the image of a peaceful bathing space.

Meanings of 浴室

yùshì(yu4shi4)
1bathroom (room used for bathing)
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浴室Simplified
19Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
间Measure Word
HSK 3.0L6AdvancedCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 浴室

Quick Contrast

卫生间 (wèishēngjiān) vs 浴室 (yùshì): Use 卫生间 for general restroom or toilet context, while 浴室 specifically denotes a bathing area.

Usage Notes

When using 浴室, remember that it typically refers to a room rather than a general area. Common mistakes include using it interchangeably with 洗手间 (xǐshǒujiān), which means restroom. It's more formal and often used in residential contexts.

HSK Study Tips

Though 浴室 is not specifically listed in HSK levels, it is useful for HSK 3-4 learners as it relates to daily life vocabulary. Students should focus on recognizing common phrases related to home and personal care.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 浴室 with 洗手间 and use them interchangeably, which can lead to misunderstandings. For example, saying '我去洗手间' (I go to the bathroom) when they mean they want to bathe can be incorrect; use 浴室 in that case.

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Component Characters

浴yùbath
10 strokes氵
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室shìroom
HSK 39 strokes宀
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How to say bathroom (room used for bathing) in Chinese

“bathroom (room used for bathing)” in Chinese is浴室yùshì

The term 浴室 (yùshì) refers to a bathroom, specifically a room designed for bathing. In everyday contexts, it can denote a private or public space equipped with a shower or bathtub, often associated with personal hygiene and relaxation.

When to use 浴室

When using 浴室, remember that it typically refers to a room rather than a general area. Common mistakes include using it interchangeably with 洗手间 (xǐshǒujiān), which means restroom. It's more formal and often used in residential contexts.

浴室 or something close to it

卫生间 (wèishēngjiān) vs 浴室 (yùshì): Use 卫生间 for general restroom or toilet context, while 浴室 specifically denotes a bathing area.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 浴室 with 洗手间 and use them interchangeably, which can lead to misunderstandings. For example, saying '我去洗手间' (I go to the bathroom) when they mean they want to bathe can be incorrect; use 浴室 in that case.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 浴室

Yes, 浴室 can refer to both types, but it is more commonly used for private bathrooms in homes.

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