What does 区 mean in Chinese?

The Chinese character 区 (Oū / qū) translates to "(Oū) surname Ou | (qū) area; region; district; small; distinguish". It is an essential vocabulary item tested in the official Chinese Proficiency Test (Level 3).

How do you pronounce 区 in Pinyin?

The character 区 is pronounced "Oū / qū" in Mandarin Chinese, using standard Pinyin notation with tone marks.

Which Chinese proficiency level includes 区?

区 is categorized under Level 3 of the standard Chinese language curriculum, making it a mandatory word for Mandarin learners.

HSK Levels / Level 3 / 区

区

Oū / qū

HSK 3

English Meaning

(Oū) surname Ou | (qū) area; region; district; small; distinguish

Authentic Cinema Dialogue 3 CURATED EVIDENCE CLIPS

HSK 3 00:01

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💡 INTENT:

“Even if I know the truth, I am far too weak and insignificant to do anything about it.”

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知道了事情的真相

“the truth afterwards,”

2. TARGET TURN 可我只是区区一个

“I couldn't have done anything”

3. NEXT

筑基期的修者

“to you since I was a mere”

《佳偶天成》 · historical_and_court

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HSK 3 00:02

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💡 INTENT:

“I pretend not to care to preserve my dignity, but I actually do.”

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我慕清晏

“How would I care”

2. TARGET TURN 怎么会关心区区一只小灵兽呢

“about a little spirit beast?”

3. NEXT

真的呀

“Really?”

《江湖夜雨十年灯》 · social_and_dating

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HSK 3 00:01

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不止躺平这一个选择

“has more choices than just running in place.”

2. TARGET TURN 所以我要离开舒适区

“So I want to leave my comfort zone.”

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师哥想为自己再拼一把

“I want to fight for myself once more.”

《蜜语纪》 · daily_life

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