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节奏
jiézòu
rhythm
HSK 6, n, 14 strokes, rank #4107, Hard
节奏
jiézòu
tempo
HSK 6, n, 14 strokes, rank #4107, Hard
节奏
jiézòu
musical pulse
HSK 6, n, 14 strokes, rank #4107, Hard
节奏
jiézòu
cadence
HSK 6, n, 14 strokes, rank #4107, Hard
节奏
jiézòu
beat
HSK 6, n, 14 strokes, rank #4107, Hard
jiézòu(jie2zou4)jie zou T2
1rhythm
2tempo
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March 24, 2026
节奏(節奏)jiézòu(jie2zou4)
节奏 (jiézòu) refers to the rhythmic flow of music or poetry and can also describe the pacing in spoken language or dance. It encompasses the timing and pattern that create a sense of movement and structure in artistic expressions, making it an essential concept in music, dance, and literature.
Strokes14Frequency#4107DifficultyHard
Cultural note
In Chinese music, rhythm plays a critical role, especially in traditional forms such as Chinese opera where the pace and beat can convey different emotions and meanings. Understanding 节奏 is key to appreciating the nuances of these cultural expressions.
Memory tip
Think of 节 (jié) as 'section' and 奏 (zòu) as 'to play music'. Imagine a musician dividing their performance into sections, each with its own distinct rhythm. Visualize a conductor waving their baton to create the dynamic beats of a song, helping you remember the flow of 节奏.
Meanings of 节奏
jiézòu(jie2zou4)
1rhythm
2tempo
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About 节奏
节奏Simplified
節奏Traditional
14Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#4107Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1
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节拍 (jiépāi) refers specifically to the beat or meter in music, while 节奏 (jiézòu) encompasses the broader concept of rhythm and flow.
Usage Notes
While 节奏 is commonly used in musical contexts, it can also apply to daily life situations, like the rhythm of work and rest. Be careful not to confuse it with related terms like 节 (jié), which means 'section' or 'festival', as this may lead to misunderstandings about timing versus thematic divisions.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 节奏 is essential for discussions about music and art. Students should focus on using it in sentences related to performance, analyzing music, or discussing the pacing in various forms of expression. It connects with other HSK 6 words related to art and culture.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 节奏 with 速度 (sùdù), which means 'speed'. For example, saying '这首歌的速度很快' instead of '这首歌的节奏很快' (The tempo of this song is fast) misuses the term, as speed refers to how fast something moves, while rhythm refers to the pattern and flow.
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节奏 (jiézòu) refers to the rhythmic flow of music or poetry and can also describe the pacing in spoken language or dance. It encompasses the timing and pattern that create a sense of movement and structure in artistic expressions, making it an essential concept in music, dance, and literature.
When to use 节奏
While 节奏 is commonly used in musical contexts, it can also apply to daily life situations, like the rhythm of work and rest. Be careful not to confuse it with related terms like 节 (jié), which means 'section' or 'festival', as this may lead to misunderstandings about timing versus thematic divisions.
节奏 or something close to it
节拍 (jiépāi) refers specifically to the beat or meter in music, while 节奏 (jiézòu) encompasses the broader concept of rhythm and flow.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 节奏 with 速度 (sùdù), which means 'speed'. For example, saying '这首歌的速度很快' instead of '这首歌的节奏很快' (The tempo of this song is fast) misuses the term, as speed refers to how fast something moves, while rhythm refers to the pattern and flow.
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Grammar patterns of 节奏
节奏 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 5 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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我不停地祈望唱片播放师能加快音乐的____。
I kept praying that the DJ would speed the music up.
Example sentences for 节奏 (10)
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我不停地祈望唱片播放师能加快音乐的节奏。
wǒ bùtíng dì qí wàng chàngpiàn bōfàng Shī néng jiākuài yīnyuè de jiézòu。
I kept praying that the DJ would speed the music up.
2
透过墙壁，他们能听到有节奏的音乐声。
tòuguò qiángbì， tāmen néng tīngdào yǒu jiézòu de yīnyuè shēng。
They could hear music pulsing through the walls of the house.
3
客人们整个晚上随着迪斯科的节奏跳博普舞和吉格舞。
kèrén men zhěnggè wǎnshang suízhe dí Sī kē de jiézòu tiào bó pǔ wǔ hé jí gé wǔ。
Guests bopped and jigged the night away to the disco beat.
4
在新唱片中，波士顿爱乐乐团尝试了全新的节奏。
zài xīn chàngpiàn zhōng， Bō shì dùn ài lè lè tuán chángshì le quánxīn de jiézòu。
In a new recording, the Boston Philharmonic tried the original tempo.
5
一只鸽子沿着屋顶大摇大摆地走, 有节奏地咕咕叫.
yī zhī gēzi yánzhe wūdǐng dà yáo dà bǎi dì zǒu, yǒu jiézòu dì gū gū jiào.
A pigeon strutted along the roof, cooing rhythmically.
