What does 新年 mean in Chinese?

The Chinese character 新年 (xīn nián) translates to "New Year". It is an essential vocabulary item tested in the official Chinese Proficiency Test (Level 1).

How do you pronounce 新年 in Pinyin?

The character 新年 is pronounced "xīn nián" in Mandarin Chinese, using standard Pinyin notation with tone marks.

Which Chinese proficiency level includes 新年?

新年 is categorized under Level 1 of the standard Chinese language curriculum, making it a mandatory word for Mandarin learners.

HSK Levels / Level 1 / 新年

新年

xīn nián

HSK 1

English Meaning

New Year

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我是怕他们找不开

“I'm afraid they won't have change.”

2. TARGET TURN 你的新年贺礼打开看看

“Your New Year's gift. Open it.”

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黄白之物于我无用

“Money is of no use to me.”

《逐玉》 · social_and_dating

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(春节快乐)

“Happy Chinese New Year!”

2. TARGET TURN 新年快乐

“Happy Chinese New Year!”

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公司的各位过年好年后欢迎大家

“Happy Chinese New Year, everyone. After the holiday, please come”

《年少有为》 · workplace

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过来呀来了

“Come on! Coming!”

2. TARGET TURN 新年快乐新年快乐

“- Happy Chinese New Year! - Happy Chinese New Year!”

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红包

“A red envelope?”

《年少有为》 · family_and_home

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