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March 24, 2026
当日(當日)dāngrì(dang1ri4)
当日 (dāng rì) refers to 'that very day' or 'on that day,' indicating the specific day something occurs. It is often used in formal contexts, such as legal documents or news reports, to emphasize immediacy or importance related to the date mentioned.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the exact timing of an event can be very significant, especially in business and legal matters. Using 当日 emphasizes the importance of acting within that specific timeframe.
Memory Tip
Imagine a calendar page flipping to the current day, marked with a bright star. The character 当 (dāng) looks like a 'roof' over 'a person' (人), suggesting someone is there on that specific day, while 日 (rì) depicts the sun, representing daytime.
Meanings of 当日
dāngrì(dang1ri4)
primary
1on that day
2that very day
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About 当日
当日Simplified
當日Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L7AdvancedTOCFLL5CEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
当日 (dāngrì) vs 当天 (dāngtiān): use 当日 for formal contexts emphasizing a specific day, while 当天 is more casual and refers to the same day in general.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a calendar page flipping to the current day, marked with a bright star. The character 当 (dāng) looks like a 'roof' over 'a person' (人), suggesting someone is there on that specific day, while 日 (rì) depicts the sun, representing daytime.
Usage Notes
When using 当日, be careful about the context; it is more formal than just saying '今天' (jīntiān - today). Common collocations include '当日通知' (dāng rì tōngzhī - notification on that day). Avoid confusing it with '今天' which refers to 'today' generally.
HSK Study Tips
Although not included in HSK levels, understanding 当日 can enhance comprehension of formal written Chinese, especially in news or legal contexts. Focus on recognizing its usage in sentences and distinguishing it from similar terms.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the exact timing of an event can be very significant, especially in business and legal matters. Using 当日 emphasizes the importance of acting within that specific timeframe.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 当日 with 今天 (jīntiān) and use them interchangeably. For example, saying '我们在当日见面' (Wǒmen zài dāng rì jiànmiàn - We will meet on that day) is correct, but using '今天' here would incorrectly imply it refers to a different day.
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Cultural Notes for 当日
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In Chinese culture, the exact timing of an event can be very significant, especially in business and legal matters. Using 当日 emphasizes the importance of acting within that specific timeframe.
Frequently Asked Questions about 当日
It's best to avoid using 当日 in casual settings; instead, opt for 今天 or 昨天.
While more common in written form, you may hear it in formal speech or announcements.
当天 (dāngtiān) is similar but may imply the entire day, while 当日 is often more immediate and specific.
