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清明节qīngmíngjiéQingming or Pure Brightness Festival or Tomb Sweeping Day, celebration for the dead (in early April)HSK 6, unknown, 24 strokes, Hard
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March 24, 2026

清明节(清明節)qīngmíngjié(Qing1ming2jie2)

清明节 (Qīngmíng jié), known as the Pure Brightness Festival or Tomb Sweeping Day, is a traditional Chinese holiday that occurs in early April. It is a time for families to honor their ancestors by visiting and cleaning their graves, as well as enjoying the beauty of spring and engaging in outdoor activities such as picnicking and flying kites.

Strokes24DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

清明节 reflects the Chinese cultural value of filial piety, emphasizing respect for ancestors. The festival also marks the arrival of spring, symbolizing renewal and the cycle of life.

Memory Tip

Imagine a bright, clear day (清明) where families are out in the fields, cleaning tombstones and enjoying nature. The character 清 (qīng) suggests clarity and brightness, while 明 (míng) means bright or clear, evoking the freshness of spring during this festival.

Meanings of 清明节

qīngmíngjié(Qing1ming2jie2)
1Qingming or Pure Brightness Festival or Tomb Sweeping Day, celebration for the dead (in early April)
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About 清明节

清明节Simplified
清明節Traditional
24Strokes
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#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1

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AI Study Notes for 清明节

Usage Notes

清明节 is typically used in a formal context, especially when discussing traditions and cultural practices. Common collocations include '扫墓' (sǎomù, to sweep the tomb) and '祭祖' (jìzǔ, to worship ancestors). Be mindful of the tone; incorrect pronunciation can lead to confusion.

HSK Study Tips

Though 清明节 is not a specific HSK vocabulary word, it connects with themes of family and tradition that are prevalent in HSK Level 3. Students should focus on related vocabulary such as '家' (jiā, family) and '传统' (chuántǒng, tradition) to build context.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 清明节 with other festivals like 中秋节 (Zhōngqiū jié, Mid-Autumn Festival). It's important to note that 清明节 focuses on grave-sweeping and honoring ancestors, while 中秋节 is about family reunions and moon appreciation.

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Component Characters

清qīngclear
HSK 611 strokes氵
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明míngMing Dynasty (1368-1644)
HSK 18 strokes日
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节jiéfestival
HSK 35 strokes艹
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How to say Qingming or Pure Brightness Festival or Tomb Sweeping Day, celebration for the dead (in early April) in Chinese

“Qingming or Pure Brightness Festival or Tomb Sweeping Day, celebration for the dead (in early April)” in Chinese is清明节qīngmíngjié

清明节 (Qīngmíng jié), known as the Pure Brightness Festival or Tomb Sweeping Day, is a traditional Chinese holiday that occurs in early April. It is a time for families to honor their ancestors by visiting and cleaning their graves, as well as enjoying the beauty of spring and engaging in outdoor activities such as picnicking and flying kites.

When to use 清明节

清明节 is typically used in a formal context, especially when discussing traditions and cultural practices. Common collocations include '扫墓' (sǎomù, to sweep the tomb) and '祭祖' (jìzǔ, to worship ancestors). Be mindful of the tone; incorrect pronunciation can lead to confusion.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 清明节 with other festivals like 中秋节 (Zhōngqiū jié, Mid-Autumn Festival). It's important to note that 清明节 focuses on grave-sweeping and honoring ancestors, while 中秋节 is about family reunions and moon appreciation.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 清明节

During 清明节, people often visit graves, clean them, make offerings, and enjoy outdoor activities like picnics.

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