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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
喜庆xǐqìngjubilationHSK 7, unknown, 18 strokes, rank #26063, Very Hard, colloquial, formal
喜庆xǐqìngfestiveHSK 7, unknown, 18 strokes, rank #26063, Very Hard
xǐqìng(xi3qing4)xi qing T3
  1. 1festive
  2. 2jubilation
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March 24, 2026

喜庆(喜慶)xǐqìng(xi3qing4)

喜庆 (xǐqìng) refers to a state of joyfulness and celebration, often associated with festive occasions such as weddings, festivals, and significant life events. It conveys a sense of happiness and auspiciousness, commonly used in contexts that emphasize joy and cheerfulness.

Strokes18Frequency#26063DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, 喜庆 is especially important during traditional festivals like Chinese New Year, where decorations and celebrations emphasize joy and auspiciousness to bring good luck for the year ahead.

Memory tip

Imagine a joyful celebration where everyone is smiling (喜, xǐ) and wearing colorful festive clothing (庆, qìng). The character 喜 resembles a person with arms raised in joy, while 庆 is like a gathering of people celebrating together. Together, they paint a vivid picture of a jubilant occasion.

Meanings of 喜庆

xǐqìng(xi3qing4)
1jubilation
2festive
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About 喜庆

喜庆Simplified
喜慶Traditional
18Strokes
—Radical
名形词xíngróngcíadj-noun (adj.-n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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Quick Contrast

庆祝 (qìngzhù) - use 喜庆 (xǐqìng) when emphasizing the joyous atmosphere of an event, while 庆祝 (qìngzhù) focuses on the act of celebrating.

Usage Notes

Be mindful of using 喜庆 in formal contexts, especially during significant celebrations. It is often paired with words like '节日' (holiday) or '活动' (event). A common mistake is using it in a casual context where a simple 'happy' (快乐, kuàilè) would suffice.

HSK Study Tips

While 喜庆 is not an HSK word, it connects with HSK level vocabulary related to emotions and celebrations, such as 快乐 (happy) and 节日 (holiday). Focus on understanding the usage of 喜庆 in context, especially during festive discussions.

Common Mistakes

Learners sometimes confuse 喜庆 with just '喜' (happy) and use it inappropriately. For example, saying '我很喜庆' (I am very festive) is incorrect; instead, say '我很开心' (I am very happy).

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Component characters

喜xǐto be fond of
HSK 112 strokes口
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庆qìngto celebrate
HSK 26 strokes广
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How to say jubilation in Chinese

“jubilation” in Chinese is喜庆xǐqìng

喜庆 (xǐqìng) refers to a state of joyfulness and celebration, often associated with festive occasions such as weddings, festivals, and significant life events. It conveys a sense of happiness and auspiciousness, commonly used in contexts that emphasize joy and cheerfulness.

When to use 喜庆

Be mindful of using 喜庆 in formal contexts, especially during significant celebrations. It is often paired with words like '节日' (holiday) or '活动' (event). A common mistake is using it in a casual context where a simple 'happy' (快乐, kuàilè) would suffice.

喜庆 or something close to it

庆祝 (qìngzhù) - use 喜庆 (xǐqìng) when emphasizing the joyous atmosphere of an event, while 庆祝 (qìngzhù) focuses on the act of celebrating.

What learners get wrong

Learners sometimes confuse 喜庆 with just '喜' (happy) and use it inappropriately. For example, saying '我很喜庆' (I am very festive) is incorrect; instead, say '我很开心' (I am very happy).

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Usage Notes for 喜庆

Misuse in Non-Festive ContextsCommon Error

喜庆 is typically used to describe festive or celebratory occasions. Avoid using it in contexts that do not relate to celebrations.

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他在工作时不应该表现得太喜庆。

He shouldn't act too festive while working.

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Cultural Notes for 喜庆

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In Chinese culture, '喜庆' is often associated with festivals such as the Lunar New Year, where families gather to celebrate with food, fireworks, and traditions that promote good fortune and happiness.

📜Proverb

A common Chinese proverb states, '喜庆不输钱' which translates to 'Joyful occasions do not bring losses,' emphasizing the belief that celebrations should bring prosperity.

Frequently asked questions about 喜庆

Some synonyms for 喜庆 include 节日 (jiérì), which means 'festival' or 'holiday', and 欢乐 (huānlè), meaning 'joyful' or 'happy'. Each of these words can express similar sentiments of joy and celebration, depending on the context.

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