When you're learning Chinese, you'll hear about 节假日 (jiéjiàrì). This word means 'public holiday' or 'festival day'. Think of days like Christmas or New Year's Day – those are 节假日. It's a general term for any day off that's officially celebrated. So, if you hear someone say 节假日, they're talking about a holiday where people usually don't work or go to school. This is a good word to know for planning trips or understanding Chinese culture!
When talking about public holidays or festival days, the Chinese word to use is 节假日 (jié jià rì). This noun literally combines characters for 'festival' (节), 'holiday' (假), and 'day' (日), clearly indicating its meaning.
It's a very practical word to know, especially if you're planning travel or social events in China, as many businesses and services operate on different schedules during these times.
You'll often hear it in phrases like 节假日安排 (jié jià rì ān pái), meaning 'holiday arrangements' or 'holiday schedule'.
When talking about public holidays or festival days in Chinese, you'll often hear the term 节假日 (jiéjiàrì). This word is a combination of 节日 (jiérì), meaning 'festival day,' and 假日 (jiàrì), meaning 'holiday.'
You can use 节假日 to refer to any official day off from work or school, such as National Day (国庆节) or Spring Festival (春节).
For example, you might say, '我们有很多节假日' (Wǒmen yǒu hěnduō jiéjiàrì) which means 'We have many public holidays.'
Or, '你节假日有什么计划?' (Nǐ jiéjiàrì yǒu shénme jìhuà?) meaning 'What are your plans for the holidays?'
When discussing holidays in Chinese, you might encounter a couple of terms. While 假期 (jiàqī) is a general term for 'holiday' or 'vacation,' 节假日 (jiéjiàrì) specifically refers to 'public holidays' or 'festival days.' This term is often used in official contexts or when discussing national holidays and traditional festivals. So, if you're talking about a long weekend or a national celebration, 节假日 is the more precise word to use.
When discussing holidays in Chinese, you'll frequently encounter 节假日 (jiéjiàrì). This term specifically refers to public holidays or festival days, distinguishing them from personal vacation days.
It's a very practical word to know, as it comes up often in everyday conversation, especially when making plans or discussing work schedules.
For example, if someone asks about your plans for an upcoming holiday, you'd use 节假日. Similarly, if you're talking about businesses being closed, you might mention that they are shut on 节假日.
Understanding 节假日 is key to navigating conversations about time off and celebrations in China.
§ Understanding 节假日 Grammar
Alright, so you know 节假日 (jiéjiàrì) means 'public holiday' or 'festival day'. Now let's get into how to actually use it when you're speaking or writing Chinese. It's a pretty straightforward noun, which is good news for us.
As a noun, 节假日 can act as the subject or object of a sentence. This means it can be the 'doer' of an action (less common for 'holiday', but possible in certain constructions) or, more often, the 'thing' that something is done to or about.
- Subject Example
- When 节假日 is the focus of your sentence, you'll see it at the beginning or as the main topic.
节假日 总是过得很快。(Jiéjiàrì zǒng shì guò dé hěn kuài.)
Public holidays always pass very quickly.
- Object Example
- This is where you'll most commonly find 节假日 – as what people are talking about, planning for, or experiencing.
我喜欢在节假日旅行。(Wǒ xǐhuan zài jiéjiàrì lǚxíng.)
I like to travel during public holidays.
§ Common Prepositions with 节假日
When you're talking about *when* holidays happen or *what you do during* them, you'll often pair 节假日 with certain prepositions or time words. Let's look at the most useful ones.
在 (zài) - during/on: This is by far the most common and versatile preposition to use with 节假日 when you're talking about activities happening *during* the holiday period. It's like saying 'on' or 'during' a specific time.
我们计划在节假日去爬山。(Wǒmen jìhuà zài jiéjiàrì qù páshān.)
We plan to go hiking during the public holiday.
你在节假日有什么安排吗？(Nǐ zài jiéjiàrì yǒu shénme ānpái ma?)
Do you have any plans for the public holiday?
逢 (féng) - every (occurrence of something); on the occasion of: This one is a bit more formal and means 'whenever' a holiday occurs. You'll see it in more general statements.
逢节假日，高速公路都会很堵。(Féng jiéjiàrì, gāosù gōnglù dōu huì hěn dǔ.)
Every public holiday, the highways are very congested.
遇上 (yùshàng) - to run into; to encounter (a holiday): This verb phrase implies 'happening to meet' or 'coinciding with' a holiday.
如果遇上节假日，机票会更贵。(Rúguǒ yùshàng jiéjiàrì, jīpiào huì gèng guì.)
If you run into a public holiday, air tickets will be more expensive.
§ Making Comparisons and Statements
You can also use 节假日 in comparative sentences or just to make general statements about holidays.
比起平时，节假日的商场人更多。(Bǐ qǐ píngshí, jiéjiàrì de shāngchǎng rén gèng duō.)
Compared to weekdays, shopping malls have more people during public holidays.
So, there you have it. 节假日 isn't complicated. Practice using it with '在' first, as that's your most frequent use case. Then, sprinkle in the others as you get more comfortable. You'll be talking about your holiday plans in Chinese in no time!
§ What is 节假日?
- Word
- 节假日 (jié rì jià)
- Definition
- public holiday; festival day
You'll hear 节假日 (jié rì jià) all the time in China. It refers to public holidays or festival days. Think of it as 'holiday' in English, but specifically for official, usually national, days off.
§ Using 节假日 at Work
At work, 节假日 is super important. It affects your schedule, your pay, and your plans. You'll often hear discussions about when the next 节假日 is, especially as people plan trips or time off.
这个月我们有三天节假日。
Translation hint: This month we have three public holidays.
你节假日有什么计划吗？
Translation hint: Do you have any plans for the holiday?
§ Using 节假日 at School
For students and teachers, 节假日 means no school! It's a time for rest, travel, or catching up on homework. You'll hear kids asking about upcoming 节假日, just like anywhere else.
下个节假日我们放几天假？
Translation hint: How many days off do we get for the next public holiday?
节假日作业太多了。
Translation hint: There's too much homework during the holiday.
§ Hearing 节假日 in the News
The news often talks about 节假日, especially when discussing travel, economic impact, or public events. You'll see reports on how many people traveled during a big holiday like National Day (国庆节 Guóqìngjié) or Chinese New Year (春节 Chūnjié).
Travel forecasts during 节假日.
Economic reports on spending during 节假日.
Announcements about changes to 节假日 schedules.
节假日期间，旅游景点游客爆满。
Translation hint: During the public holiday, tourist attractions were packed with visitors.
政府发布了最新的节假日安排。
Translation hint: The government released the latest public holiday schedule.
Alright, let's talk about "节假日" (jiéjiàrì), which means 'public holiday' or 'festival day'. It's a pretty straightforward word, but Chinese has a few terms related to days off, so it's good to know the distinctions.
- DEFINITION
- public holiday; festival day
§ Understanding 节假日 (jiéjiàrì)
"节假日" is a compound word. "节" (jié) refers to a festival or holiday (like 春节 - Spring Festival), and "假日" (jiàrì) means holiday or day off. So, when you put them together, you get a general term for official public holidays or days associated with festivals.
中国的节假日很多，比如春节和国庆节。
Zhōngguó de jiéjiàrì hěnduō, bǐrú Chūnjié hé Guóqìngjié.
China has many public holidays, such as Spring Festival and National Day.
节假日期间，商店通常会打折。
Jiéjiàrì qījiān, shāngdiàn tōngcháng huì dǎzhé.
During public holidays, shops usually offer discounts.
§ Similar words and when to use them
While "节假日" is for public holidays, you'll hear other words for different types of days off. Let's break them down:
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假日 (jiàrì): holiday; day off
This is a more general term for any day off, whether it's a public holiday or a personal day. "节假日" is a type of "假日." Think of "假日" as the umbrella term.
我喜欢周末的假日，可以好好休息。
Wǒ xǐhuan zhōumò de jiàrì, kěyǐ hǎohao xiūxi.
I like weekend days off, I can rest well.
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假期 (jiàqī): vacation; holiday period
"假期" usually refers to a longer period of leave, like a summer vacation, a school break, or a block of annual leave from work. It implies multiple days, not just a single day off.
我们计划在暑假去旅行。
Wǒmen jìhuà zài shǔjiàqī qù lǚxíng.
We plan to travel during the summer vacation.
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休假 (xiūjià): to take a vacation/leave; to be on leave
This is a verb, meaning 'to take time off' or 'to be on leave'. You wouldn't use it to describe the holiday itself, but rather the action of taking it.
他正在休假，下周才回来。
Tā zhèngzài xiūjià, xiàzhōu cái huílái.
He is currently on leave and will be back next week.
§ Key takeaway for 节假日
Use "节假日" when you are specifically talking about official public holidays or festival days on the calendar. If you're talking about a general day off, use "假日". For a longer vacation period, use "假期". And if you're talking about the act of taking time off, use the verb "休假". Keeping these distinctions clear will make your Chinese much more precise.
How Formal Is It?
"根据法律规定，这些是公司必须提供的法定假日。 (According to legal regulations, these are statutory holidays the company must provide.)"
"下个月的节假日，你有什么计划吗？ (Do you have any plans for the public holidays next month?)"
"我们假期去海边玩吧！ (Let's go to the beach for the holidays!)"
"明天放假，不用上学啦！ (Tomorrow is a holiday, no need to go to school!)"
Fun Fact
Many Chinese festivals are rooted in ancient agricultural practices or historical events, and their celebration often involves specific foods, activities, and family gatherings.
Pronunciation Guide
- Pronouncing 'jié' with too much emphasis on the 'e' sound, making it sound like 'jee-eh' instead of a quicker 'jyeh'.
- Confusing the 'rì' with an English 'ri' sound; the 'r' in 'rì' is retroflex, meaning the tongue curls back slightly more than an English 'r'.
- Not maintaining the correct tone for each character. 'jié' is a second tone (rising), and 'rì' is a fourth tone (falling).
Grammar to Know
Use 节假日 (jié rì jià) directly as a noun to refer to public holidays or festival days in general.
我们节假日去旅游。 (Wǒmen jiérì jià qù lǚyóu.) - We travel during public holidays.
Combine 节假日 with specific time phrases to indicate when something happens in relation to holidays.
节假日期间商店人很多。 (Jiérì jià qíjiān shāngdiàn rén hěn duō.) - The shops are very crowded during the holiday period.
Use 节假日 as a subject or object in a sentence.
节假日是放松的好时机。 (Jiérì jià shì fàngsōng de hǎo shí jī.) - Public holidays are a good time to relax.
To specify a particular type of holiday, you can precede 节假日 with a descriptive adjective or phrase, though it's less common than using the specific holiday name.
中国的传统节假日很有趣。 (Zhōngguó de chuántǒng jiérì jià hěn yǒuqù.) - China's traditional festival days are very interesting.
When talking about having a holiday or taking time off, you can use 节假日 in phrases like '过节假日' (guò jiérì jià - to spend a holiday) or '享受节假日' (xiǎngshòu jiérì jià - to enjoy a holiday).
我们一起过节假日吧！ (Wǒmen yīqǐ guò jiérì jià ba!) - Let's spend the holiday together!
Examples by Level
我们有很多节假日。
We have many public holidays.
春节是一个节假日。
Spring Festival is a public holiday.
节假日我们不上班。
We don't go to work on public holidays.
你喜欢哪个节假日？
Which public holiday do you like?
中国有很多传统节假日。
China has many traditional public holidays.
下个节假日是什么时候？
When is the next public holiday?
节假日我们去旅游。
We travel during public holidays.
这个节假日天气很好。
The weather is very good this public holiday.
我们有很多节假日。
We have many public holidays.
你喜欢哪个节假日？
Which public holiday do you like?
节假日商店都关门了。
The shops are all closed on public holidays.
节假日我们可以休息。
We can rest on public holidays.
中国有很多传统节假日。
China has many traditional festival days.
节假日的时候，人们会回家。
During public holidays, people go home.
这个节假日我们去旅行。
We will travel during this public holiday.
下个节假日是什么时候？
When is the next public holiday?
春节是中国最重要的节假日。
The Spring Festival is China's most important public holiday.
下个节假日我们打算去旅行。
We plan to travel during the next public holiday.
很多商店在节假日都会打折。
Many stores offer discounts during public holidays.
你喜欢在节假日做什么？
What do you like to do on public holidays?
公司每年有十天节假日。
The company has ten public holidays each year.
节假日期间交通会非常拥堵。
Traffic will be very congested during the public holiday period.
学校在节假日会放假。
The school will have a break during public holidays.
国庆节是一个重要的节假日。
National Day is an important public holiday.
我们计划在即将到来的节假日去旅行。
We plan to travel during the upcoming public holiday.
中国的节假日有很多传统习俗。
There are many traditional customs during Chinese public holidays.
你喜欢在节假日做什么？
What do you like to do during public holidays?
公司在节假日会给员工放假。
The company gives employees time off during public holidays.
每年的国庆节是一个重要的节假日。
National Day is an important public holiday every year.
节假日期间，很多商店会打折。
Many stores offer discounts during public holidays.
我们期待着下一个长节假日。
We are looking forward to the next long public holiday.
在节假日和家人一起吃饭是很幸福的事情。
It's a happy thing to eat with family during public holidays.
中国有很多传统节假日，比如春节和中秋节。
China has many traditional public holidays, like Spring Festival and Mid-Autumn Festival.
在节假日期间，高速公路通常会非常拥堵。
During public holidays, expressways are usually very congested.
我计划在下一个节假日去旅行。
I plan to travel during the next public holiday.
节假日是人们休息和放松的好机会。
Public holidays are good opportunities for people to rest and relax.
很多公司在节假日会给员工放假。
Many companies give employees time off during public holidays.
我喜欢节假日的热闹气氛。
I like the lively atmosphere of public holidays.
学校在节假日会放假，学生们可以回家。
Schools are closed during public holidays, and students can go home.
节假日期间，商店里通常会有很多促销活动。
During public holidays, there are often many promotional activities in stores.
Grammar Patterns
Idioms & Expressions
"国家法定节假日"
National statutory holidays
国家法定节假日，我们通常会放假三天。 (During national statutory holidays, we usually have three days off.)
neutral"节假日期间"
During the holidays
节假日期间，旅游景点总是人山人海。 (During the holidays, tourist attractions are always crowded with people.)
neutral"节假日安排"
Holiday arrangements
公司公布了今年的节假日安排。 (The company announced this year's holiday arrangements.)
neutral"享受节假日"
Enjoy the holidays
希望大家都能好好享受节假日。 (I hope everyone can enjoy the holidays.)
neutral"度过节假日"
Spend the holidays
你打算怎么度过这个节假日？ (How do you plan to spend this holiday?)
neutral"节假日出行"
Travel during holidays
节假日出行要提前预订机票和酒店。 (When traveling during holidays, you need to book flights and hotels in advance.)
neutral"节假日福利"
Holiday benefits
公司会给员工发放节假日福利。 (The company will distribute holiday benefits to employees.)
neutral"延长节假日"
Extend the holidays
有些国家会考虑延长节假日以刺激消费。 (Some countries consider extending holidays to stimulate consumption.)
neutral"节假日气氛"
Holiday atmosphere
商场里充满了浓厚的节假日气氛。 (The shopping mall is filled with a strong holiday atmosphere.)
neutral"错峰节假日"
Off-peak holidays (travel during non-peak holiday times)
为了避开人流，我们选择错峰节假日出行。 (To avoid crowds, we choose to travel during off-peak holidays.)
neutralSentence Patterns
Public holidays in China are often long.
中国的节假日通常很长。(Zhōngguó de jiéjiàrì tōngcháng hěn cháng.)
We have a public holiday tomorrow.
我们明天有一个节假日。(Wǒmen míngtiān yǒu yīgè jiéjiàrì.)
What are you doing during the public holidays?
节假日你打算做什么？(Jiéjiàrì nǐ dǎsuàn zuò shénme?)
During public holidays, many people travel.
节假日很多人会去旅游。(Jiéjiàrì hěn duō rén huì qù lǚyóu.)
The company gives us extra days off for public holidays.
公司在节假日会给我们额外假期。(Gōngsī zài jiéjiàrì huì gěi wǒmen éwài jiàqī.)
Public holidays are good for relaxation and spending time with family.
节假日是放松和陪伴家人的好时机。(Jiéjiàrì shì fàngsōng hé péibàn jiārén de hǎo shí jī.)
Due to the public holidays, the delivery time might be longer.
因为节假日，配送时间可能会延长。(Yīnwèi jiéjiàrì, pèisòng shíjiān kěnéng huì yáncháng.)
Most shops are still open during public holidays, but some might have reduced hours.
大部分商店在节假日仍然营业，但有些可能会缩短营业时间。(Dà bùfèn shāngdiàn zài jiéjiàrì réngrán yíngyè, dàn yǒuxiē kěnéng huì suōduǎn yíngyè shíjiān.)
Word Family
Nouns
Verbs
How to Use It
节假日 (jiéjiàrì) refers to public holidays or festival days. It's a general term and can encompass both traditional Chinese festivals and international holidays observed in China. It literally means 'festival holiday days'.
A common mistake is to use 节假日 for any day off work or school. While 节假日 are days off, not all days off are 节假日. For example, a weekend is a day off, but it's not typically referred to as a 节假日 unless it coincides with a public holiday. If you want to talk about a day off in general, you might use 休息日 (xiūxírì - rest day) or simply say 没有课/没有工作 (méiyǒu kè/méiyǒu gōngzuò - no class/no work).
Tips
Literal Meaning Breakdown
The word 节假日 (jié jià rì) is a combination of three characters: 节 (jié) means 'festival' or 'section', 假 (jià) means 'holiday' or 'vacation', and 日 (rì) means 'day'. So, literally, it's 'festival holiday day', which neatly translates to 'public holiday'.
Common Usage
You'll often hear 节假日 when talking about national holidays, traditional Chinese festivals, or any day off from work or school that's officially recognized. It's a general term.
Distinction from just 'holiday'
While 假期 (jià qī) also means 'holiday' or 'vacation', 节假日 specifically refers to a public or festival holiday. 假期 can be any period of leave, including personal vacation.
Don't confuse with 'weekday'
Make sure you don't confuse 节假日 with 工作日 (gōng zuò rì), which means 'workday' or 'weekday'. They are opposites.
Sentence Example 1
中国有很多节假日。 (Zhōngguó yǒu hěn duō jié jià rì.)
(China has a lot of public holidays.)
Sentence Example 2
节假日的时候，商店会很忙。 (Jié jià rì de shíhou, shāngdiàn huì hěn máng.)
(During public holidays, shops will be very busy.)
Golden Weeks
In China, some 节假日 are extended into 'Golden Weeks' (黄金周 - huáng jīn zhōu) where people get a full week off. These are very popular for travel.
Asking about holidays
You can ask: '下个节假日是什么时候？' (Xià ge jié jià rì shì shénme shíhou?)
(When is the next public holiday?)
Formal vs. Informal
节假日 is a fairly formal and standard term. In very casual conversation, people might just say '放假' (fàng jià - to have a holiday/vacation) or specify the particular festival.
Practice with dates
Try to link 节假日 with specific dates you know, like 国庆节 (Guóqìng Jié - National Day) or 春节 (Chūn Jié - Spring Festival). This will help you remember it in context.
Memorize It
Mnemonic
Break down 节假日: 节 (jié) sounds like 'jelly', meaning 'festival'. 假 (jiǎ) sounds like 'jaw', meaning 'holiday/vacation'. 日 (rì) means 'day'. So, 'jelly jaw day' = festival holiday day. Imagine a wobbly jelly jaw celebrating a festival day!
Visual Association
Picture a calendar with many festive decorations, like lanterns and firecrackers, specifically highlighting the 'public holiday' dates. Associate these visual elements with the sounds 'jié jià rì'.
Word Web
Challenge
Try to name three Chinese public holidays using 节假日 in a sentence. For example: 国庆节是一个节假日 (Guóqìngjié shì yīgè jiéjiàrì - National Day is a public holiday). Then, try to describe your plans for the next 节假日.
Word Origin
The term '节假日' (jiéjiàrì) is a compound word in Chinese. '节' (jié) means 'festival' or 'holiday', '假' (jiǎ) means 'holiday' or 'vacation', and '日' (rì) means 'day'.
Original meaning: The combination literally means 'festival holiday day', which clearly conveys the meaning of public holidays or festival days.
Sino-Tibetan, Sinitic, Chinese.Cultural Context
When talking about '节假日' in China, it's important to know that many of these holidays are centered around family reunions and traditional customs. Unlike some Western holidays that might be more about individual leisure, Chinese public holidays often involve traveling back to one's hometown, visiting relatives, and participating in festive activities. It's a time when family bonds are strengthened, and cultural heritage is celebrated through shared experiences.
Test Yourself 126 questions
中国有很多美丽的___。
The sentence talks about 'beautiful...' in China. '节假日' (public holidays/festival days) fits the context of something beautiful to experience in a country.
我们喜欢在___的时候旅行。
People usually travel when they have free time from work or school, which is during '节假日' (public holidays/festival days).
春节是一个重要的中国___。
Chinese New Year (春节) is a well-known public holiday/festival, making '节假日' the correct word to complete the sentence.
这个月有三个___。
The sentence implies a quantity of something that can occur in a month. '节假日' (public holidays/festival days) fits as there can be multiple holidays in a month.
你喜欢哪个___？
This question asks about a preference among options, and '节假日' (public holidays/festival days) is a common topic for expressing likes or dislikes.
商店在___通常会很忙。
Stores are usually busy when people have time off to shop, which often happens during '节假日' (public holidays/festival days).
Which of these is a 'public holiday'?
新年 (xīnnián) is a common public holiday.
What does '节假日' mean?
节假日 (jiéjiàrì) directly translates to public holiday or festival day.
When do people usually not work?
People typically have time off from work during public holidays (节假日).
春节 (Spring Festival) is a 节假日 (public holiday).
春节 (chūnjié) is one of the most important public holidays in China.
星期一 (Monday) is always a 节假日 (public holiday).
星期一 (xīngqīyī) is usually a working day, not a public holiday.
人们在节假日去工作 (People go to work on public holidays).
Usually, people do not go to work on public holidays (节假日).
Write a short sentence about what people do during Chinese public holidays, using the word '节假日'.
Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.
Sample answer
中国人喜欢在节假日休息和玩。
You are making plans for a public holiday. Write a simple sentence about what you want to do on a '节假日'.
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我节假日想去公园。
Think about your favorite public holiday. Write a sentence saying what it is, including '节假日'.
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我最喜欢的节假日是春节。
根据这段话，人们在中国的节假日会做什么？
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今天是中国的节假日。很多人不去工作。他们在家看电视或者出去玩。
根据这段话，人们在中国的节假日会做什么？
文章中说他们在家看电视或者出去玩。
文章中说他们在家看电视或者出去玩。
小明为什么喜欢节假日？
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小明喜欢节假日。他觉得节假日可以放松。他通常和家人一起吃饭。
小明为什么喜欢节假日？
文章中明确提到“他觉得节假日可以放松”。
文章中明确提到“他觉得节假日可以放松”。
这个月有几个节假日？
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这个月有两个节假日。第一个是星期一，第二个是星期五。这两个节假日都可以休息。
这个月有几个节假日？
文章中说“这个月有两个节假日”。
文章中说“这个月有两个节假日”。
This sentence means 'Today is a public holiday.' The correct order is 'subject + verb + object'.
This sentence means 'We don't have work.' The correct order is 'subject + negation + verb + object'.
This sentence means 'Do you like public holidays?' The correct order is 'subject + verb + object + question particle'.
中国有很多_______。
The sentence means 'China has many holidays.' '节假日' (jiéjiàrì) means public holiday or festival day.
我们喜欢在_______的时候和家人一起旅行。
The sentence means 'We like to travel with family during holidays.' '节假日' (jiéjiàrì) fits best here.
圣诞节是一个重要的_______。
The sentence means 'Christmas is an important holiday.' '节假日' (jiéjiàrì) is the correct word for holiday.
你喜欢哪个_______？春节还是国庆节？
The sentence means 'Which holiday do you like? Spring Festival or National Day?' '节假日' (jiéjiàrì) is the general term for holidays.
很多商店在_______会打折。
The sentence means 'Many stores offer discounts during holidays.' '节假日' (jiéjiàrì) is when stores often have sales.
下个_______我们打算去公园玩。
The sentence means 'Next holiday we plan to go to the park to play.' '节假日' (jiéjiàrì) implies a longer break for activities.
Which of these is a '节假日'?
春节 is a major public holiday in China, fitting the definition of 节假日.
What kind of day is usually a '节假日'?
节假日 are public holidays or festival days, typically observed with celebrations or rest.
Which sentence correctly uses '节假日'?
This sentence correctly uses 节假日 to refer to a time for rest.
New Year's Day (元旦) is a '节假日'.
元旦 is a public holiday celebrated internationally.
Every Sunday is a '节假日'.
While Sundays are usually days off, they are not typically referred to as 节假日 (public holidays). 节假日 refers to specific national or traditional festival days.
People usually work on '节假日'.
节假日 are public holidays, and people generally do not work on these days; they are for celebration or rest.
China has many traditional public holidays.
Which public holiday do you like?
During public holidays, shops will be very busy.
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我喜欢中国的节假日。
Focus: 节假日 (jiéjiàrì)
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你节假日有什么计划？
Focus: 计划 (jìhuà)
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祝你节假日快乐！
Focus: 快乐 (kuàilè)
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Describe a public holiday you enjoy in China or your home country. What do people usually do during this holiday?
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我最喜欢的节假日是春节。春节的时候，人们会和家人一起吃饭，放鞭炮，还会收到红包。
Write a short sentence about what you plan to do during the next public holiday.
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下个节假日我打算去公园玩。
Imagine you are talking to a Chinese friend. Ask them about their favorite public holiday and why.
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你最喜欢哪个节假日？为什么？
根据短文，春节期间人们通常会做什么？
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在中国，春节是一个非常重要的节假日。人们通常会回家和家人团聚，吃饺子，看春节晚会。很多商店在春节期间会关门，但是也有一些地方会举行特别的庆祝活动。
根据短文，春节期间人们通常会做什么？
短文提到“人们通常会回家和家人团聚”。
短文提到“人们通常会回家和家人团聚”。
小明在节假日的时候喜欢做什么？
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我的朋友小明不喜欢工作，他总是期待节假日的到来。他喜欢在节假日的时候去爬山或者看电影。
小明在节假日的时候喜欢做什么？
短文提到“他喜欢在节假日的时候去爬山或者看电影”。
短文提到“他喜欢在节假日的时候去爬山或者看电影”。
这个月有几个节假日？
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这个月有两个节假日，一个是劳动节，一个是青年节。劳动节放三天假，青年节放一天假。我计划在劳动节去北京玩。
这个月有几个节假日？
短文提到“这个月有两个节假日”。
短文提到“这个月有两个节假日”。
This sentence means 'We go traveling during public holidays.' The structure is 'Subject + Time + Verb + Object'.
This sentence means 'Spring Festival is an important public holiday.' The structure is 'Subject + is + a/an + Adjective + (Classifier) + Noun'.
This sentence means 'What public holiday do you like?' The structure is 'Subject + like + what + Noun?'.
中国有很多传统___。
The sentence talks about traditional Chinese festivals. '节日' (festival) is the most appropriate word here. '假期' means holiday but is more general, '活动' means activities, and '习俗' means customs.
这个___，我们打算去北京旅行。
The sentence indicates a plan to travel during a holiday period. '假期' (holiday/vacation) fits perfectly. '周末' is weekend, '时间' is time, and '日子' is day.
公司规定，所有员工在___期间都可以享受带薪休假。
The sentence states that employees can enjoy paid leave during public holidays. '节假日' (public holidays) is the correct term. '工作日' means working days, '会议' means meeting, and '加班' means overtime.
中秋节是中国重要的___之一。
Mid-Autumn Festival is a significant public holiday in China. '节假日' (public holiday) is the most suitable choice. '纪念日' means anniversary, '生日' means birthday, and '工作日' means working day.
很多商店在___都会有特别的促销活动。
The sentence describes special promotions in shops during public holidays. '节假日' (public holidays) is the correct context. '深夜' means late night, '上班' means go to work, and '平时' means usually/ordinarily.
为了庆祝春节，我们家会准备很多好吃的菜肴，这是一个重要的___。
Chinese New Year is a significant public holiday. The sentence describes preparations for a celebration related to a holiday. '节假日' (public holiday) fits best. '习俗' means custom, '仪式' means ceremony, and '聚会' means gathering.
China has many traditional public holidays.
Which public holiday do you like?
During public holidays, many people go home to reunite with family.
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你最喜欢哪个节假日？为什么？
Focus: 节假日 (jié rì jià)
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在中国，春节是一个非常重要的节假日。
Focus: 春节 (Chūn Jié)
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在你的国家，有哪些节假日？
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Write a short sentence about a public holiday you enjoy, using '节假日'.
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我喜欢中国的春节，因为那是一个和家人团聚的节假日。 (I like Chinese New Year because it's a public holiday for family reunions.)
Describe a common activity people do during '节假日' in your country.
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在我们国家，节假日人们通常会去公园或者博物馆参观。 (In our country, people usually go to parks or museums during public holidays.)
Imagine you are planning a trip during a '节假日'. What are two things you would do?
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如果我在节假日旅行，我会去海边度假，并且吃很多当地美食。 (If I travel during a public holiday, I will go on vacation to the beach and eat a lot of local food.)
根据这段文字，春节是一个什么样的节假日？ (According to this passage, what kind of public holiday is the Spring Festival?)
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在中国，春节是一个非常重要的节假日。人们会回家和家人一起庆祝，吃团圆饭，还会放鞭炮。 (In China, the Spring Festival is a very important public holiday. People go home to celebrate with their families, eat reunion dinners, and set off firecrackers.)
根据这段文字，春节是一个什么样的节假日？ (According to this passage, what kind of public holiday is the Spring Festival?)
文章中提到“人们会回家和家人一起庆祝”，说明春节是一个和家人团聚的节日。(The passage mentions 'people go home to celebrate with their families', indicating that Spring Festival is a holiday for family reunion.)
文章中提到“人们会回家和家人一起庆祝”，说明春节是一个和家人团聚的节日。(The passage mentions 'people go home to celebrate with their families', indicating that Spring Festival is a holiday for family reunion.)
根据这段文字，西方国家在圣诞节这个节假日会做什么？ (According to this passage, what do people do in Western countries during the public holiday of Christmas?)
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很多国家的节假日都有不同的传统。例如，在西方国家，圣诞节是一个重要的节假日，人们会装饰圣诞树和交换礼物。 (Many countries have different traditions for public holidays. For example, in Western countries, Christmas is an important public holiday where people decorate Christmas trees and exchange gifts.)
根据这段文字，西方国家在圣诞节这个节假日会做什么？ (According to this passage, what do people do in Western countries during the public holiday of Christmas?)
文章中明确提到“人们会装饰圣诞树和交换礼物”。(The passage explicitly states 'people decorate Christmas trees and exchange gifts'.)
文章中明确提到“人们会装饰圣诞树和交换礼物”。(The passage explicitly states 'people decorate Christmas trees and exchange gifts'.)
小明为什么喜欢节假日？ (Why does Xiao Ming like public holidays?)
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小明很喜欢节假日，因为他可以在节假日不用上学，并且可以和朋友一起出去玩。 (Xiao Ming likes public holidays very much because he doesn't have to go to school and can go out and play with friends during public holidays.)
小明为什么喜欢节假日？ (Why does Xiao Ming like public holidays?)
文章中提到小明“不用上学，并且可以和朋友一起出去玩”，所以这是他喜欢节假日的原因。(The passage mentions Xiao Ming 'doesn't have to go to school and can go out and play with friends', so this is why he likes public holidays.)
文章中提到小明“不用上学，并且可以和朋友一起出去玩”，所以这是他喜欢节假日的原因。(The passage mentions Xiao Ming 'doesn't have to go to school and can go out and play with friends', so this is why he likes public holidays.)
This sentence means 'We travel during public holidays.' The structure is Subject + Prepositional Phrase (在 + time) + Verb + Object.
This sentence means 'She likes to rest during public holidays.' The structure is Subject + Verb + Prepositional Phrase (在 + time) + Verb.
This sentence means 'This public holiday, we are going home.' The time phrase '这个 节假日' (this public holiday) comes at the beginning, followed by the subject, modal verb, and verb.
中国有许多传统的___，如春节和中秋节。
这句话指的是中国的传统节日，所以“节假日”是最佳选择。
在___期间，许多商店和餐馆都会延长营业时间。
延长营业时间通常是为了满足节假日期间购物和用餐的需求。
我们计划在即将到来的___去国外旅行。
出国旅行通常选择在节假日，因为有更长的休息时间。
公司规定，员工在___期间可以享受带薪休假。
带薪休假通常是公司在法定节假日给予员工的福利。
由于___交通拥堵，我们决定提前出发以避免高峰。
节假日期间通常交通拥堵，因此提前出发是明智的选择。
许多人选择在___与家人团聚，共同庆祝。
节假日是家人团聚和庆祝的重要时刻。
在一些国家，员工享有带薪___的权利，可以用于休息或旅行。
Context suggests a period for rest or travel, which aligns with '节假日' (public holiday). '工作日' (workday) and '加班' (overtime) are opposite meanings. '周末' (weekend) is too specific and not a general right.
政府规定，所有公民在特定的___期间都应享有休假。
The sentence implies a period for rest that applies to all citizens, which '节假日' (public holiday) fits perfectly. Other options are incorrect in this context.
为了促进旅游业发展，许多地区会推出针对___的优惠活动。
Promoting tourism often happens during '节假日' (public holidays) when people have time off. '淡季' (off-season) and '旺季' (peak season) are related to tourism but not the specific period being referred to for promotions like this.
每年年底，公司都会根据员工的贡献度发放___福利，以示感谢。
The sentence refers to a year-end bonus, not specifically holidays. '年终奖' (year-end bonus) is the most suitable term.
由于连续几个___，超市的库存被抢购一空。
A period of continuous days off, like '节假日' (public holidays), often leads to increased shopping and can result in depleted stock. '周末' (weekend) is possible but '节假日' implies a longer, more impactful period.
许多人在___期间选择回老家与家人团聚。
People typically travel to reunite with family during longer breaks such as '节假日' (public holidays). '休息日' (day off) is too general and might only be a single day.
在一些国家，员工在_____加班会有更高的报酬。
这句话讨论的是加班费的问题。在许多地方，员工在公共假期（节假日）工作会有额外的报酬，以补偿他们放弃与家人团聚或休息的时间。
每年的国庆节和春节都是中国的_____，很多人会选择外出旅游或回家与亲人团聚。
国庆节和春节都是中国重要的公共假期，符合“节假日”的定义，这些日子人们通常会休息或旅行。
由于_____期间交通拥堵严重，我们决定避开高峰期出行。
在公共假期（节假日）期间，人们大量出行导致交通拥堵是常见现象，因此选择避开高峰期是明智之举。
在中国，所有的周末都算作“节假日”。
周末是固定的休息日，但并非所有周末都是“节假日”。“节假日”通常指国家法定假日或传统节日，如春节、国庆节等，有时会和周末连在一起形成长假。
“节假日”通常意味着人们可以休息，不用上班或上学。
“节假日”的定义就是公共假期或节日，在这些日子里，大多数人是不用工作或上学的。
在中国，清明节不是“节假日”。
清明节是中国重要的传统节日，也是国家法定“节假日”之一。
The speaker is asking about the holiday schedule.
The speaker is asking for travel recommendations during the holidays.
The speaker is explaining a potential delay due to holidays.
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你最喜欢哪个节假日，为什么？
Focus: 节假日 (jiéjiàrì)
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在中国的节假日，人们通常会做些什么？
Focus: 通常 (tōngcháng)
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你觉得节假日对人们的生活有什么影响？
Focus: 影响 (yǐngxiǎng)
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This sentence means 'We usually choose to travel during public holidays.' The structure is Subject + (在 + Time) + Adverb + 会 + Verb + Object.
This sentence means 'During this public holiday period, many shops will have promotional activities.' The structure is Time phrase + Subject + Adverb + 会 + Verb + Object.
This sentence means 'In order to avoid the peak period, they deliberately staggered their travel during public holidays.' The structure is Purpose clause + Subject + Adverb + Verb + Object.
Choose the most appropriate word to complete the sentence: 我们国家有很多美丽的___，人们都喜欢在这些日子里出门旅游。
The sentence talks about days when people like to travel, which aligns with the meaning of public holidays.
Which of the following describes a '节假日'?
A '节假日' specifically refers to public holidays or festival days, which are typically days off.
在中国的传统文化中，清明节、端午节、中秋节都属于重要的___。
Qingming Festival, Dragon Boat Festival, and Mid-Autumn Festival are all traditional Chinese public holidays.
所有的周末都算是“节假日”。
While weekends are days off, '节假日' specifically refers to public holidays or festival days, which are distinct from regular weekends.
在“节假日”期间，通常学校会放假，公司也会停止办公。
Public holidays and festival days (节假日) are typically days when schools and businesses are closed.
“节假日”仅仅指中国的传统节日，不包括国际性的假日。
“节假日” can refer to both traditional Chinese festivals and internationally recognized holidays observed in China, such as New Year's Day.
Describe a time you had to work on a public holiday in your country. What was the atmosphere like? How did you feel about it?
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去年春节，我不得不加班。街上很安静，没什么人，和平时热闹的节日气氛完全不同。虽然有点失落，但工作效率很高，也算是一种特别的体验吧。
Discuss the pros and cons of having many public holidays in a year from an economic and social perspective.
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节假日多对经济发展有利有弊。一方面，可以刺激消费，带动旅游业；另一方面，可能会影响生产效率，增加企业成本。从社会角度看，节假日多能让人们有更多时间休息和陪伴家人，提高幸福感，但交通拥堵等问题也会加剧。
Imagine you are proposing a new public holiday for your country. What would it be for, and why do you think it's important?
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我建议设立一个“文化传承日”的公共假日。这个节日旨在鼓励人们学习和体验传统文化，例如剪纸、书法、戏曲等。我认为这很重要，因为在全球化背景下，保护和传承民族文化对于增强国家认同感和文化自信至关重要。
根据文章内容，以下哪项关于中国法定节假日的说法是错误的？
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在中国，春节、清明节、劳动节、端午节、中秋节和国庆节是法定节假日。这些节假日不仅是人们休息放松的时刻，也承载着丰富的文化内涵和传统习俗。例如，春节是家人团聚的日子，人们会贴春联、吃饺子、放鞭炮；清明节则是祭祀祖先、缅怀逝者的日子。
根据文章内容，以下哪项关于中国法定节假日的说法是错误的？
文章中明确提到“这些节假日不仅是人们休息放松的时刻，也承载着丰富的文化内涵和传统习俗。”
文章中明确提到“这些节假日不仅是人们休息放松的时刻，也承载着丰富的文化内涵和传统习俗。”
文章主要探讨了关于节假日的什么问题？
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随着经济社会的发展，人们对于节假日的诉求也在不断变化。一方面，人们希望有更多更长的假期，以便更好地安排旅游和休闲活动；另一方面，也有人认为，过多的节假日可能会影响企业的正常运营和国家经济的发展。如何平衡好这些矛盾，是政府和社会需要共同思考的问题。
文章主要探讨了关于节假日的什么问题？
文章主要围绕人们对节假日的需求（更多更长的假期）与节假日可能带来的负面影响（影响企业运营和经济发展）之间的平衡进行讨论。
文章主要围绕人们对节假日的需求（更多更长的假期）与节假日可能带来的负面影响（影响企业运营和经济发展）之间的平衡进行讨论。
根据文章，设立“黄金周”或“长周末”制度的主要目的是什么？
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一些国家为了促进旅游业，会设立特殊的“黄金周”或“长周末”制度，将零散的节假日进行整合，形成较长的假期。这种做法在一定程度上刺激了消费，但也带来了人流量过大、旅游体验下降等问题。因此，如何设计更合理、更人性化的节假日制度，是各国政府都在探索的课题。
根据文章，设立“黄金周”或“长周末”制度的主要目的是什么？
文章明确指出“一些国家为了促进旅游业，会设立特殊的‘黄金周’或‘长周末’制度”。
文章明确指出“一些国家为了促进旅游业，会设立特殊的‘黄金周’或‘长周末’制度”。
This sentence means 'Many public holidays in China are traditional festivals.' The correct order follows subject-verb-object structure, with '中国的很多节假日' as the subject, '是' as the verb, and '传统节日' as the object.
This sentence means 'They plan to travel abroad during the public holiday.' The structure is 'Subject + Verb + Time Phrase + Action'. '他们' is the subject, '计划' is the verb, '在节假日' is the time phrase, and '出国旅行' is the action.
This sentence means 'During public holidays, people usually visit relatives and friends.' The time phrase '节假日期间' comes first to set the context, followed by the subject '人们', then the adverbial '通常会' and the verb phrase '探亲访友'.
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Literal Meaning Breakdown
The word 节假日 (jié jià rì) is a combination of three characters: 节 (jié) means 'festival' or 'section', 假 (jià) means 'holiday' or 'vacation', and 日 (rì) means 'day'. So, literally, it's 'festival holiday day', which neatly translates to 'public holiday'.
Common Usage
You'll often hear 节假日 when talking about national holidays, traditional Chinese festivals, or any day off from work or school that's officially recognized. It's a general term.
Distinction from just 'holiday'
While 假期 (jià qī) also means 'holiday' or 'vacation', 节假日 specifically refers to a public or festival holiday. 假期 can be any period of leave, including personal vacation.
Don't confuse with 'weekday'
Make sure you don't confuse 节假日 with 工作日 (gōng zuò rì), which means 'workday' or 'weekday'. They are opposites.
Example
节假日期间，很多人选择外出旅游。
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未免
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废弃
B2To abandon; to discard; to cease to use.
恪守
B2To scrupulously observe; to strictly adhere to.
反常
B2abnormal, unusual
充裕
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充沛
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门禁卡
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门禁
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配件
B2Fittings; accessories; spare parts.
