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每个月

měi ge yuè

When you want to express something that happens or is true every month, you can use 每个月 (měi gè yuè).

Think of 每 (měi) as 'every' or 'each'. 个 (gè) is a common measure word, and 月 (yuè) means 'month'.

So, putting them together, 每个月 literally means 'each measure word month', or simply 'every month'.

You can use it at the beginning of a sentence or after the subject to say how often something occurs.

When you want to express something that happens or reoccurs every month, the Chinese phrase to use is 每个月 (měi ge yuè). You'll notice it includes the character (měi), which means 'every' or 'each'. This is a very common structure in Chinese for talking about recurring events.

For example, if you want to say 'I go to the library every month,' you would say '我每个月都去图书馆' (wǒ měi ge yuè dōu qù túshūguǎn). Another instance could be 'Every month, she visits her grandparents,' which translates to '她每个月都去看望她的爷爷奶奶' (tā měi ge yuè dōu qù kànwàng tā de yéyénǎinai).

It's an adverbial phrase, meaning it tells you when something happens. You can often place it at the beginning of the sentence or right before the verb phrase.

When talking about monthly occurrences in Chinese, you'll often use the phrase 每个月 (měi ge yuè), which literally translates to "every single month."

It's an adverbial phrase, meaning it tells you when something happens. You can place it at the beginning of a sentence or after the subject, just like "every month" in English.

For example, if you want to say "I go to China every month," you would say 我每个月都去中国 (wǒ měi ge yuè dōu qù zhōngguó). Notice the 都 (dōu) which emphasizes "all" or "every single one."

You can also use it to talk about routines, like 我们每个月都开会 (wǒmen měi ge yuè dōu kāihuì) meaning "We have a meeting every month."

You'll often use 每个月 (měi ge yuè) when talking about recurring monthly events or habits. It literally translates to "every month" and functions as an adverbial phrase, modifying verbs that describe actions happening on a monthly basis.

For example, if you want to say "I pay rent every month," you would say 我每个月付房租 (wǒ měi ge yuè fù fángzū). Another common usage could be in the phrase 每个月发工资 (měi ge yuè fā gōngzī), which means "get paid every month."

It's a straightforward phrase, but mastering its placement in sentences will significantly improve your fluency when discussing routines and schedules in Chinese. Just remember to place it before the verb it modifies.

When talking about monthly occurrences in Chinese, you'll often encounter the phrase 每个月 (měi ge yuè). This translates directly to 'every month'. It's a straightforward adverbial phrase used to indicate an action or event that happens once a month.

For example, if you want to say 'I go to the library every month,' you would say 我每个月都去图书馆 (Wǒ měi ge yuè dōu qù túshūguǎn). The '都 (dōu)' here emphasizes the regularity, but it's often optional if the context is clear. You can also place 每个月 at the beginning of the sentence for emphasis, like 每个月我都会给我妈妈打电话 (Měi ge yuè wǒ dōu huì gěi wǒ māma dǎ diànhuà), meaning 'Every month, I call my mom.'

When discussing recurring events in Chinese, the structure for indicating "every [time unit]" is often simpler than in English. For "every month," the most straightforward and common way to express it is 每个月 (měi gè yuè). Here, 每 (měi) means "every" or "each," 个 (gè) is a general measure word, and 月 (yuè) means "month." This phrase is incredibly versatile and can be placed at the beginning of a sentence, before the verb, or in various other natural positions depending on the emphasis. For example, if you want to say "I go to the gym every month," you would typically say 我每个月都去健身房 (wǒ měi gè yuè dōu qù jiàn shēn fáng), with 都 (dōu) often accompanying 每 (měi) to emphasize the inclusivity of "every." Another common usage is to describe actions that occur monthly, such as in 我每个月发工资 (wǒ měi gè yuè fā gōng zī), meaning "I get paid every month." It's a fundamental phrase for expressing regularity.

每个月 in 30 Seconds

  • Adverbial phrase for monthly frequency.
  • Essential for discussing recurring events.
  • Commonly used in daily conversations.

§ Basic Sentence Structure with '每个月'

'每个月' (měi ge yuè) means 'every month'. It's an adverbial phrase, which means it tells you *when* something happens. In Chinese, adverbs usually go before the verb. It's pretty straightforward, so don't overthink it.

Structure
Subject + 每个月 + Verb + Object

每个月都去图书馆。

měi ge yuè dōu qù túshūguǎn.

Translation hint: I every month all go library. (I go to the library every month.)

每个月都给家里打电话。

měi ge yuè dōu gěi jiālǐ dǎ diànhuà.

Translation hint: She every month all give home make phone call. (She calls home every month.)

§ '每个月' with Time Phrases

You can also put '每个月' at the beginning of the sentence if you want to emphasize the time. Both ways are correct, just a slight difference in emphasis.

Structure
每个月 + Subject + Verb + Object

每个月我都会去健身房。

Měi ge yuè wǒ dōu huì qù jiànshēnfáng.

Translation hint: Every month I all will go gym. (Every month I go to the gym.)

§ Using '每个月' with Specific Actions

You can use '每个月' to describe a variety of recurring actions. Think about things you do regularly.

  • Talking about payments or bills:

    每个月都付房租。

    měi ge yuè dōu fù fángzū.

    Translation hint: I every month all pay rent. (I pay rent every month.)

  • Describing routines:

    他们每个月都开会。

    Tāmen měi ge yuè dōu kāihuì.

    Translation hint: They every month all hold meeting. (They have a meeting every month.)

§ Common Mistakes to Avoid

Don't try to directly translate English sentence structures. Chinese grammar is different. Here's a common mistake and how to fix it:

  • Incorrect: 我去图书馆每个月. (Literally: I go library every month.)

    Why it's wrong: '每个月' is an adverbial, and it generally precedes the verb or the subject. Putting it at the end sounds unnatural and is grammatically incorrect in most contexts.

  • Correct:每个月都去图书馆.

    Correct (with emphasis): 每个月我都会去图书馆.

§ Talking About Work Schedules

When you're discussing work, especially in a Chinese-speaking environment, you'll hear “每个月” (měi ge yuè) quite a bit. It’s practical for talking about recurring tasks, payments, or reports.

我们每个月都有一次例会。(Wǒmen měi ge yuè dōu yǒu yī cì lìhuì.) – We have a regular meeting every month.

This is a common phrase for scheduling. You can easily swap out the activity to fit your needs.

我的工资是每个月五号发。(Wǒ de gōngzī shì měi ge yuè wǔ hào fā.) – My salary is paid on the fifth of every month.

Talking about paychecks is a must-know. This structure is very straightforward.

§ School and Academic Contexts

In school or academic settings, “每个月” (měi ge yuè) comes up when discussing assignments, exams, or student activities.

学生们每个月要交一篇论文。(Xuéshēngmen měi ge yuè yào jiāo yī piān lùnwén.) – Students need to submit an essay every month.

This is a direct way to state a recurring requirement. Useful for both students and teachers.

我们学校每个月都会组织一次文化交流活动。(Wǒmen xuéxiào měi ge yuè dōu huì zǔzhī yī cì wénhuà jiāoliú huódòng.) – Our school organizes a cultural exchange event every month.

Good for talking about school events or extracurriculars that happen regularly.

Remember:
The structure for stating frequency is usually “Subject + 每个月 + Verb Phrase”.

§ In the News and Everyday Conversation

News reports and general conversations frequently use “每个月” (měi ge yuè) for statistics, trends, or regular occurrences.

这个城市的人口每个月都在增加。(Zhège chéngshì de rénkǒu měi ge yuè dōu zài zēngjiā.) – The population of this city is increasing every month.

This sentence structure is common for talking about ongoing changes or trends.

每个月都会去图书馆借书。(Wǒ měi ge yuè dōu huì qù túshūguǎn jiè shū.) – I go to the library to borrow books every month.

Simple way to talk about your regular habits or routines. It's versatile.

Key takeaway:
“每个月” (měi ge yuè) is an adverb. It tells you *how often* something happens. Put it before the verb or verb phrase.
  • It's almost always followed by “都” (dōu) when it expresses "every" in a general sense.
  • You can use it with specific dates like “每个月五号” (měi ge yuè wǔ hào).
  • It's useful for work, school, and everyday chat.

§ Don't Confuse It with Other Time Expressions

Many learners mix up 每月 (měi yuè) with similar-sounding or looking time expressions. It's easy to get them tangled, but they have distinct meanings and uses.

DEFINITION
每月 (měi yuè) specifically means 'every month'. It indicates a regular, monthly occurrence.

Contrast this with:

  • 每天 (měi tiān): Every day

    每天都学习中文。(Wǒ měi tiān dōu xuéxí Zhōngwén.) I study Chinese every day.

  • 每年 (měi nián): Every year

    公司每年都会举行年会。(Gōngsī měi nián dōu huì jǔxíng niánhuì.) The company holds an annual meeting every year.

  • 每个星期 (měi ge xīngqī) or 每周 (měi zhōu): Every week

    每个星期都去健身房。(Wǒ měi ge xīngqī dōu qù jiànshēnfáng.) I go to the gym every week.

§ Placement in a Sentence

Another common mistake is putting 每月 (měi yuè) in the wrong place in a sentence. In Chinese, time expressions like Every month generally come before the verb or at the beginning of the sentence.

INCORRECT
我交房租每月。(Wǒ jiāo fángzū měi yuè.) - Sounds unnatural.
CORRECT
每月交房租。(Wǒ měi yuè jiāo fángzū.) I pay rent every month.

每月,我都会给妈妈打电话。(Měi yuè, wǒ dōu huì gěi māma dǎ diànhuà.) Every month, I call my mom.

§ Overusing It When a Specific Date Is Better

Sometimes learners use 每月 (měi yuè) when they mean a specific day of the month, like 'the first of every month' or 'the last day of every month'. While 每月 (měi yuè) is technically correct in a broad sense, it's not precise.

AMBIGUOUS
每月去银行。(Wǒ měi yuè qù yínháng.) I go to the bank every month. (When? Any day?)
MORE PRECISE
每月一号去银行。(Wǒ měi yuè yī hào qù yínháng.) I go to the bank on the first of every month.

他们每月十五号开会。(Tāmen měi yuè shíwǔ hào kāihuì.) They have a meeting on the fifteenth of every month.

§ Using It with '都' (dōu) for Emphasis

While not strictly a mistake, many learners miss the opportunity to use '都' (dōu) with 每月 (měi yuè) to add emphasis, meaning 'all' or 'every single one'. It's a natural combination in Chinese.

OK, BUT LESS EMPHATIC
每月看一部电影。(Wǒ měi yuè kàn yī bù diànyǐng.) I watch one movie every month.
MORE NATURAL AND EMPHATIC
每月都看一部电影。(Wǒ měi yuè dōu kàn yī bù diànyǐng.) I watch one movie every single month.

每月都会去图书馆借书。(Tā měi yuè dōu huì qù túshūguǎn jiè shū.) He goes to the library to borrow books every single month.

How Formal Is It?

Formal

"我公司每月举行一次全体员工会议。(My company holds an all-staff meeting every month.)"

Neutral

"我们每个月都去一次超市。(We go to the supermarket every month.)"

Informal

"你月月都加班,太累了吧!(You work overtime every month, you must be so tired!)"

Child friendly

"小熊每个月都会长大一点点。(The little bear grows a little bit every month.)"

Slang

"我就是个典型的月月光族,工资一到手就花光了。(I'm a typical 'monthly spender', my salary is gone as soon as I get it.)"

Fun Fact

The structure '每 + Measure Word + Noun' is a common way to express 'every' or 'each' in Chinese.

Difficulty Rating

Reading 1/5

Short and straightforward characters.

Writing 1/5

Simple characters to write.

Speaking 1/5

Easy to pronounce tones.

Listening 1/5

Common phrase, easy to recognize.

What to Learn Next

Prerequisites

每 (měi - every, each) 个 (gè - general measure word) 月 (yuè - month, moon)

Learn Next

每年 (měi nián - every year) 每天 (měi tiān - every day) 每周 (měi zhōu - every week)

Advanced

周期性 (zhōu qī xìng - cyclical, periodic) 按月 (àn yuè - monthly)

Examples by Level

1

我每个月都去北京。

I go to Beijing every month.

2

你每个月都工作吗?

Do you work every month?

3

他每个月都学习中文。

He studies Chinese every month.

4

我们每个月都吃饭。

We eat every month.

5

她每个月都买衣服。

She buys clothes every month.

6

他们每个月都看电影。

They watch movies every month.

7

我每个月都回家。

I go home every month.

8

你每个月都喝茶吗?

Do you drink tea every month?

1

我每个月都去北京。

I go to Beijing every month.

2

他每个月都会给我打电话。

He calls me every month.

3

我们每个月发工资。

We get paid every month.

4

她每个月都会买新衣服。

She buys new clothes every month.

5

这家商店每个月都有折扣。

This store has discounts every month.

6

我每个月都学习中文。

I study Chinese every month.

7

他们每个月都会去旅行。

They travel every month.

8

我每个月都会看一部电影。

I watch a movie every month.

1

我每个月都会给家里打电话。

I call home every month.

2

我们公司每个月发一次工资。

Our company pays salaries once every month.

3

你每个月看几本书?

How many books do you read every month?

4

她每个月都去健身房锻炼身体。

She goes to the gym to exercise every month.

5

我每个月都要交房租。

I have to pay rent every month.

6

这家商店每个月都有一次大减价。

This store has a big sale once every month.

7

他每个月都会收到很多邮件。

He receives many emails every month.

8

我们每个月都会开一次会议。

We have a meeting once every month.

1

我每个月都会收到一份详细的财务报告。

I receive a detailed financial report every month.

2

公司每个月都会组织一次团队建设活动。

The company organizes a team-building activity every month.

3

她每个月都会去健身房锻炼身体。

She goes to the gym to exercise every month.

4

我们每个月都要支付房租和水电费。

We have to pay rent and utility bills every month.

5

政府每个月都会公布最新的经济数据。

The government announces the latest economic data every month.

6

他每个月都会给自己设定一个新的学习目标。

He sets a new learning goal for himself every month.

7

这家商店每个月都会推出不同的促销活动。

This store launches different promotional activities every month.

8

我每个月都会给家里打电话,和他们聊聊最近的生活。

I call home every month to chat with them about recent life.

1

我每个月都会收到一份详细的财务报告。

I receive a detailed financial report every month.

2

公司每个月都会举行一次全体员工大会。

The company holds an all-staff meeting every month.

3

他每个月都会给家里寄钱,从不间断。

He sends money home every month without fail.

4

我们每个月都会去图书馆借阅新书。

We go to the library to borrow new books every month.

5

这个项目每个月都有新的进展,让人期待。

This project has new developments every month, which is exciting.

6

她每个月都会参加志愿者活动,帮助有需要的人。

She participates in volunteer activities every month to help those in need.

7

这家健身房每个月都会推出不同的优惠活动。

This gym offers different promotional activities every month.

8

我每个月都会安排一次户外活动,保持身心健康。

I arrange an outdoor activity every month to maintain physical and mental health.

Common Collocations

每个月发工资 pay salary every month
每个月交房租 pay rent every month
每个月开会 have a meeting every month
每个月来一次 come once a month
每个月结算 settle accounts every month
每个月例行检查 routine check-up every month
每个月更新 update every month
每个月汇报 report every month
每个月存钱 save money every month
每个月阅读 read every month

Common Phrases

我每个月都去健身房。

I go to the gym every month.

他每个月都会回家看父母。

He goes home to see his parents every month.

我们每个月都有一个项目截止日期。

We have a project deadline every month.

公司每个月都会举办一次团队建设活动。

The company holds a team-building event every month.

你每个月的开销是多少?

How much are your monthly expenses?

她每个月都会买新衣服。

She buys new clothes every month.

这个杂志每个月出版一次。

This magazine is published once a month.

我每个月都要还信用卡账单。

I have to pay my credit card bill every month.

每个月都有新的挑战。

There are new challenges every month.

他每个月都学习新的技能。

He learns new skills every month.

Often Confused With

每个月 vs 每个星期

Every week. Similar structure and meaning, but refers to weekly frequency.

每个月 vs 每个季度

Every quarter. Similar structure and meaning, but refers to quarterly frequency.

每个月 vs 每一年

Every year. Similar structure and meaning, but refers to yearly frequency. Can be used interchangeably with 每年 in many contexts.

Grammar Patterns

Adverbial modifier of time Placement before the verb or verb phrase Can be used with 都 (dōu) for emphasis Can be used with frequency questions (e.g., 多少次) Often used with habitual actions or events Can precede the subject for emphasis

Idioms & Expressions

"每个月发工资"

Get paid monthly.

我每个月发工资,所以生活很稳定。

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"每个月开例会"

Hold a regular meeting every month.

我们公司每个月开例会,讨论项目进展。

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"每个月交房租"

Pay rent monthly.

他每个月交房租,所以要努力工作。

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"每个月还贷款"

Repay a loan monthly.

我每个月还贷款,压力有点大。

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"每个月去健身房"

Go to the gym every month.

为了保持健康,我每个月去健身房。

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"每个月读一本书"

Read a book every month.

她给自己定了个目标,每个月读一本书。

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"每个月看望父母"

Visit parents every month.

即使工作再忙,他每个月也回家看望父母。

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"每个月存钱"

Save money every month.

我养成了一个好习惯,每个月存钱。

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"每个月都有新任务"

Have new tasks every month.

这个项目每个月都有新任务,很有挑战性。

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"每个月学习新知识"

Learn new knowledge every month.

为了不落伍,我每个月学习新知识。

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Easily Confused

每个月 vs 每月

Both "每个月" and "每月" mean "every month." "每月" is slightly more formal and often used in written contexts.

"每个月" is generally used in spoken language and can be more flexible in sentence structure. "每月" is more concise and common in formal writing or statistical contexts.

我每个月都去看电影。(Wǒ měi ge yuè dōu qù kàn diànyǐng.) - I go to the movies every month. 每月销售额。(Měi yuè xiāoshòu'é.) - Monthly sales.

每个月 vs 每月一次

This phrase specifies the frequency of "once a month," which is related to "every month" but adds a detail about how often something occurs within that month.

"每个月" simply states the frequency is monthly. "每月一次" explicitly states that an action happens once within each month.

我们每月一次开会。(Wǒmen měi yuè yī cì kāihuì.) - We have a meeting once a month.

每个月 vs 一个月

This phrase means "one month" and can be confused with "every month" due to the similar components.

"一个月" refers to a duration of one month. "每个月" refers to a recurring event or state that happens during each month.

他来中国已经一个月了。(Tā lái Zhōngguó yǐjīng yī ge yuè le.) - He has been in China for one month.

每个月 vs 每年

Similar structure to "每个月" but refers to a different time period.

"每年" means "every year." "每个月" means "every month." The difference is the time unit (year vs. month).

我们每年都回家过年。(Wǒmen měi nián dōu huí jiā guò nián.) - We go home for Chinese New Year every year.

每个月 vs 每天

Similar structure to "每个月" but refers to a different time period.

"每天" means "every day." "每个月" means "every month." The difference is the time unit (day vs. month).

我每天都跑步。(Wǒ měi tiān dōu pǎobù.) - I run every day.

Sentence Patterns

A2

Subj. + 每个月 + Verb/Verb phrase

我每个月都去北京。(I go to Beijing every month.)

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每个月 + Subj. + Verb/Verb phrase

每个月他都回家看父母。(Every month he goes home to see his parents.)

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Subj. + Verb + (Obj.) + 多少钱/次/等 + 每个月

你每个月花多少钱?(How much money do you spend every month?)

A2

Subj. + 每个月 + 有/是 + Quantity + Noun

我每个月都有很多功课。(I have a lot of homework every month.)

A2

每个月 + 都 + Verb/Verb phrase

每个月我们都开一个会。(Every month we hold a meeting.)

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Subj. + 从...到... + 每个月 + Verb/Verb phrase

她从北京到上海每个月都出差。(She travels from Beijing to Shanghai every month for business.)

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Subj. + 习惯 + 每个月 + Verb/Verb phrase

我习惯每个月都去健身房。(I am used to going to the gym every month.)

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Subj. + 喜欢 + 每个月 + Verb/Verb phrase

他喜欢每个月都读一本书。(He likes to read a book every month.)

Word Family

Nouns

month, moon
月份 month (period of time)

How to Use It

The most common way to say "every month" is 每个月 (měi ge yuè). You can use it at the beginning of a sentence or before the verb. It indicates a recurring action or event.

Common Mistakes

A common mistake is to try to use a specific measure word for 'month' like 个月 (gè yuè) without 每 (měi). While 个月 is used when counting months (e.g., 三个月 - sān ge yuè, three months), when you want to express 'every month,' you need 每个月. Don't say *'月月'* to mean every month; that's not standard usage for this meaning.

Tips

Basic Usage

The most straightforward way to use '每个月' is at the beginning of a sentence or after the subject. For example, '我每个月都去北京' (I go to Beijing every month).

Combined with '都'

It's very common to see '每个月' paired with '都' (dōu), which emphasizes the 'every' aspect. For instance, '他每个月都看一本书' (He reads a book every month).

Positioning with Verbs

When describing a regular action, '每个月' usually comes before the verb. '她每个月都锻炼身体' (She exercises every month).

Time Expressions

'每个月' is a time expression. In Chinese, time expressions often appear before the verb or at the beginning of the sentence. '每个月,我们都会开会' (Every month, we have a meeting).

Monthly Frequency

Use '每个月' when you want to express that an action or event occurs once a month or on a monthly basis. '他们每个月付房租' (They pay rent every month).

Don't Translate Literally

Avoid directly translating 'every' and 'month' separately. '每个月' is a fixed phrase. Don't say '每月' unless you're writing formally or in very specific contexts; '每个月' is more natural in spoken Chinese.

Other '每' Phrases

Understand that '每' can be combined with other time units like '每天' (every day), '每年' (every year), or '每周' (every week). The structure is consistent.

Use with Nouns

While an adverb, you can think of it as modifying a whole sentence or action. It tells you how often something happens. '这个杂志每个月出版一次' (This magazine is published once every month).

No Redundancy

Do not add another word for 'once' if the context already implies it, unless you want to specifically emphasize it. For example, '我每个月去一次超市' (I go to the supermarket once a month) is fine, but '我每个月去超市' is often enough.

Practice Sentences

Try forming your own sentences. For example, '我每个月都和家人吃饭' (I eat with my family every month) or '她每个月都会买新衣服' (She buys new clothes every month).

Memorize It

Mnemonic

Imagine a calendar. You **meig**ht want to mark **e**ach **ge**neric **yue** as 'every month.' The 'yue' sounds like 'you' but shorter, like you're quickly checking off each month.

Visual Association

Picture a calendar with a big red circle around each month, signifying 'every month.' Or, imagine a recurring bill arriving in your mailbox 'every month.'

Word Web

每个星期 (měi ge xīngqī) - Every week 每天 (měi tiān) - Every day 每年 (měi nián) - Every year 每个 (měi ge) - Every single one (used with measure words) 月 (yuè) - Month, moon

Challenge

Describe things you do every month in Chinese. For example: '我每个月都去图书馆。' (Wǒ měi ge yuè dōu qù túshūguǎn. - I go to the library every month.) Try to say at least three different activities.

Word Origin

Composed of '每' (měi) meaning 'every' and '个' (gè), a common measure word, followed by '月' (yuè) meaning 'month'.

Original meaning: Each month; every month.

Sino-Tibetan, Sinitic (Chinese)

Cultural Context

In Chinese culture, talking about monthly occurrences is straightforward and functional. There aren't deep cultural nuances tied specifically to '每个月' beyond its literal meaning. It's used in everyday contexts to discuss routines, payments, or regular events, much like in English. For example, you might hear people discuss monthly bills, meetings, or how often they visit family.

Practice in Real Life

Real-World Contexts

Talking about routine activities.

  • 我每个月都去健身房。(I go to the gym every month.)
  • 她每个月都读一本书。(She reads a book every month.)
  • 他们每个月都聚会一次。(They get together once every month.)

Discussing payment or billing cycles.

  • 我们每个月付房租。(We pay rent every month.)
  • 电费账单每个月都来。(The electricity bill comes every month.)
  • 你每个月交多少钱?(How much do you pay every month?)

Talking about recurring events or holidays.

  • 我每个月都会和家人吃饭。(I eat with my family every month.)
  • 我们每个月都有一个例会。(We have a regular meeting every month.)
  • 这个节日每个月都过吗?(Is this holiday celebrated every month?)

Describing periodic changes or updates.

  • 公司的报告每个月更新。(The company's report is updated every month.)
  • 每个月都有新的电影上映。(New movies are released every month.)
  • 这个软件每个月都会有新功能。(This software gets new features every month.)

Talking about personal habits or goals.

  • 我每个月都会存钱。(I save money every month.)
  • 我每个月都学习新的中文词汇。(I learn new Chinese vocabulary every month.)
  • 你每个月都锻炼身体吗?(Do you exercise every month?)

Conversation Starters

"你每个月都做些什么?(What do you do every month?)"

"你每个月都会给家里打电话吗?(Do you call your family every month?)"

"你每个月的开销是多少?(How much do you spend every month?)"

"你每个月都看电影吗?(Do you watch movies every month?)"

"你每个月都有什么计划?(What plans do you have every month?)"

Journal Prompts

写下你这个月想做的三件事。(Write down three things you want to do this month.)

你每个月最期待的是什么?为什么?(What do you look forward to most every month? Why?)

如果你可以改变你每个月的一个习惯,你会改变什么?(If you could change one habit you have every month, what would it be?)

描述你每个月都会做的一件让你感到放松的事情。(Describe something you do every month that makes you feel relaxed.)

你每个月都会学一些新的东西吗?是什么?(Do you learn something new every month? What is it?)

Frequently Asked Questions

10 questions

You say '每个月' (měi ge yuè). The first character '每' (měi) means 'every' or 'each'. '个' (ge) is a common measure word. '月' (yuè) means 'month'.

While '月月' (yuè yuè) can also mean 'every month' or 'monthly', '每个月' is much more common and natural in everyday conversation. Stick with '每个月' for now.

It typically goes before the verb, acting as an adverbial phrase. For example: '我每个月都看电影。' (Wǒ měi ge yuè dōu kàn diànyǐng.) - I watch movies every month.

'每个月' is the most common and natural way to say 'every month' in spoken Chinese. '每月' (měi yuè) is also correct but tends to be more formal or used in written contexts like reports or official documents.

Here's a simple structure: Subject + 每个月 + Verb + Object. For example: '她每个月去图书馆。' (Tā měi ge yuè qù túshūguǎn.) - She goes to the library every month.

Yes, '个' (ge) is usually included. While '每月' is a valid phrase, '每个月' is the standard and most natural-sounding way in spoken Chinese to say 'every month'.

Yes, absolutely! The context of the sentence will indicate if it's a future, present, or habitual action. For example: '我每个月都会去看我父母。' (Wǒ měi ge yuè dōu huì qù kàn wǒ fùmǔ.) - I will go see my parents every month.

To say 'every other month', you would use '每隔一个月' (měi gé yī ge yuè). '隔' (gé) means 'to separate' or 'after an interval of'.

You wouldn't directly use '每个月' to ask 'how often'. You would ask '你多长时间...一次?' (Nǐ duō cháng shíjiān... yī cì?) - How long do you... once? Or '你多久...一次?' (Nǐ duō jiǔ... yī cì?) Then, the answer could be '我每个月...一次。' (Wǒ měi ge yuè... yī cì.) - I... once every month.

Yes, you can apply the same structure to other time periods: '每天' (měi tiān) - every day, '每年' (měi nián) - every year, '每周' (měi zhōu) - every week. The pattern is '每 + measure word (optional/implied) + time unit'.

Test Yourself 144 questions

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我 ___ 去中国。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

The sentence means 'I go to China every month.' '每个月' means 'every month'.

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她 ___ 学习汉语。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

The sentence means 'She studies Chinese every month.' '每个月' means 'every month'.

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我们 ___ 见面。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

The sentence means 'We meet every month.' '每个月' means 'every month'.

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他 ___ 看电影。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

The sentence means 'He watches movies every month.' '每个月' means 'every month'.

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我 ___ 买新衣服。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

The sentence means 'I buy new clothes every month.' '每个月' means 'every month'.

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商店 ___ 有打折。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

The sentence means 'The store has discounts every month.' '每个月' means 'every month'.

multiple choice A1

Choose the correct translation for 'every month'.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

'每个月' (měi ge yuè) directly translates to 'every month'. '每天' means 'every day', '每年' means 'every year', and '每次' means 'every time'.

multiple choice A1

Which sentence means 'I go to Beijing every month'?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 我每个月去北京。

'我每个月去北京。' (Wǒ měi ge yuè qù Běijīng.) uses '每个月' for 'every month'.

multiple choice A1

Which word indicates a monthly frequency?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

'每个月' (měi ge yuè) means 'every month'. '现在' means 'now', '常常' means 'often', and '一起' means 'together'.

true false A1

The phrase '每个月' means 'every week'.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: False

'每个月' (měi ge yuè) means 'every month', not 'every week'. '每个星期' means 'every week'.

true false A1

You can use '每个月' to describe something that happens once a month.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: True

'每个月' (měi ge yuè) is used to describe events that occur with a monthly frequency, including once a month.

true false A1

In Chinese, '每个月' is placed at the end of a sentence to indicate frequency.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: False

'每个月' (měi ge yuè) is typically placed before the verb, or at the beginning of the sentence, not at the end, to indicate frequency.

listening A1

What does he do every month?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 我每个月都去北京。
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What is the question about?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 你每个月都学习中文吗?
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What does she do with a book every month?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 她每个月都看一本书。
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speaking A1

Read this aloud:

我每个月都吃苹果。

Focus: měi ge yuè dōu

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Read this aloud:

他每个月都工作。

Focus: gōng zuò

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Read this aloud:

我们每个月都见面。

Focus: jiàn miàn

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我 ___ 去北京。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

The sentence means 'I go to Beijing every month.' '每个月' means every month.

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她 ___ 都读一本书。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

The sentence means 'She reads one book every month.' '每个月' means every month.

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我们 ___ 见一次面。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

The sentence means 'We meet once every month.' '每个月' means every month.

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这家公司 ___ 发工资。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

The sentence means 'This company pays salaries every month.' '每个月' means every month.

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他 ___ 都回老家。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

The sentence means 'He goes back to his hometown every month.' '每个月' means every month.

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我们 ___ 有一个考试。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

The sentence means 'We have an exam every month.' '每个月' means every month.

multiple choice A2

Choose the correct translation for '每个月'.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: Every month

每个月 (měi gè yuè) directly translates to 'every month'.

multiple choice A2

Which sentence correctly uses '每个月'?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 我每个月都去北京。(Wǒ měi gè yuè dōu qù Běijīng.) - I go to Beijing every month.

The sentence '我每个月都去北京。' correctly uses '每个月' to indicate an action that happens monthly.

multiple choice A2

If you want to say 'He pays the rent every month', which option is correct?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 他每个月都付房租。(Tā měi gè yuè dōu fù fángzū.)

The phrase '每个月' (měi gè yuè) means 'every month', fitting the context of paying rent monthly.

true false A2

'每个月' means 'every week'.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: False

No, '每个月' means 'every month'. 'Every week' is '每个星期' (měi gè xīngqī).

true false A2

You can use '每个月' to describe something that happens once a year.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: False

No, '每个月' specifically refers to something that occurs monthly. For yearly events, you would use '每年' (měi nián).

true false A2

The sentence '我每个月都看电影。' (Wǒ měi gè yuè dōu kàn diànyǐng.) means 'I watch movies every month.'

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: True

Yes, '每个月' (měi gè yuè) means 'every month', so the sentence correctly translates to 'I watch movies every month.'

listening A2

Listen to the sentence about visiting grandma.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 我每个月都去看我奶奶。
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Listen to the question about working every month.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 你每个月都工作吗?
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Listen to the sentence about coming to China every month.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 他们每个月都来中国。
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speaking A2

Read this aloud:

我每个月都会学习新的汉字。

Focus: měi gè yuè dōu

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speaking A2

Read this aloud:

你每个月都做运动吗?

Focus: nǐ měi gè yuè dōu

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speaking A2

Read this aloud:

我们每个月都去一次图书馆。

Focus: wǒmen měi gè yuè dōu qù

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writing A2

Write a sentence describing something you do every month using '每个月'.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

我每个月都去看电影。(I go to the movies every month.)

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writing A2

Imagine you are talking about a regular payment. Write a sentence saying you pay something every month.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

我每个月都付房租。(I pay rent every month.)

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writing A2

Describe a monthly meeting or gathering you attend. Use '每个月'.

Well written! Good try! Check the sample answer below.

Sample answer

我们每个月都开会。(We have a meeting every month.)

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reading A2

小明多久给妈妈打电话?

Read this passage:

小明每个月都会给妈妈打电话。他很爱他的妈妈。

小明多久给妈妈打电话?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月 (Every month)

文章中明确提到“每个月都会给妈妈打电话”。(The passage clearly states 'calls mom every month'.)

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月 (Every month)

文章中明确提到“每个月都会给妈妈打电话”。(The passage clearly states 'calls mom every month'.)

reading A2

这家咖啡店有什么特别之处?

Read this passage:

这家咖啡店每个月都会推出新的咖啡。很多人喜欢来这里尝鲜。

这家咖啡店有什么特别之处?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月都有新咖啡 (New coffee every month)

文章中提到“每个月都会推出新的咖啡”。(The passage mentions 'launches new coffee every month'.)

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月都有新咖啡 (New coffee every month)

文章中提到“每个月都会推出新的咖啡”。(The passage mentions 'launches new coffee every month'.)

reading A2

我的朋友多久去不同的城市旅行?

Read this passage:

我的朋友喜欢旅行,他每个月都会去不同的城市。

我的朋友多久去不同的城市旅行?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月 (Every month)

文章中明确说明“他每个月都会去不同的城市”。(The passage clearly states 'he goes to different cities every month'.)

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月 (Every month)

文章中明确说明“他每个月都会去不同的城市”。(The passage clearly states 'he goes to different cities every month'.)

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她___去北京出差。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

The sentence indicates a regular occurrence, and '每个月' (every month) fits the context of business trips.

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我们___都会组织一次团队建设活动。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

'每个月' (every month) suggests a monthly team-building activity, which is a common frequency.

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银行___会给我发一份对账单。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

Bank statements are typically sent '每个月' (every month).

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他___都会给家里打电话。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

'每个月' (every month) implies a regular habit of calling home.

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这家杂志___都会出版新一期。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

Magazines usually publish '每个月' (every month).

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我们___都会开一次部门会议。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

Department meetings are often held '每个月' (every month).

multiple choice B1

Choose the correct translation: 'I visit my grandparents every month.'

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 我每个月都去看爷爷奶奶。

'每个月' means 'every month'.

multiple choice B1

Which sentence correctly uses '每个月'?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 她每个月都会去旅行。

'每个月' indicates an action that happens monthly.

multiple choice B1

What is the best way to say 'He gets a new book every month'?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 他每个月都买一本新书。

'每个月' is the correct phrase for 'every month'.

true false B1

The sentence '我们每个月都有一个会议' means 'We have a meeting every week.'

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: False

No, '每个月' means 'every month', not 'every week'.

true false B1

'我每个月都付房租' means 'I pay rent every month.'

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: True

'每个月' correctly translates to 'every month'.

true false B1

You can use '每个月' to talk about something that happens only once a year.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: False

'每个月' refers to events that occur monthly, not yearly.

listening B1

The speaker visits someone regularly.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 我每个月都去看望我的奶奶。
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He gets something from his parents monthly.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 他每个月都会收到一封来自他父母的信。
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The team has a regular meeting schedule.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 我们每个月都有一个团队会议。
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speaking B1

Read this aloud:

你每个月都会去健身房吗?

Focus: 每个月 (měi ge yuè)

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Read this aloud:

我每个月都读一本书。

Focus: 每个月 (měi ge yuè)

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Read this aloud:

这家公司每个月都会举办一次员工活动。

Focus: 每个月 (měi ge yuè)

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sentence order B1

Tap words below to build the sentence
Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 他每个月都去中国

The typical sentence structure is Subject + Time Adverbial + Adverb (都) + Verb + Object. Here, '每个月' acts as the time adverbial and '都' emphasizes that he goes every single month.

sentence order B1

Tap words below to build the sentence
Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 我每个月都给妈妈打电话

The order is Subject + Time Adverbial + Adverb (都) + Verb + Indirect Object + Direct Object. '给妈妈打电话' means to call mom.

sentence order B1

Tap words below to build the sentence
Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 她每个月都学习新的中文词语

Subject + Time Adverbial + Adverb (都) + Verb + Adjective + Noun. '学习新的中文词语' means 'learn new Chinese vocabulary'.

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她___去国外旅行一次,这已经成了她的习惯。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

句子表示她旅行的频率很高,且已成为习惯,'每个月'符合语境。

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公司___都会给员工发一次绩效奖金,以激励大家努力工作。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

根据'激励大家努力工作',可知奖励频繁,'每个月'最合适。

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我___都会把账单整理好,确保没有遗漏。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

整理账单通常是每月一次,所以'每个月'是正确的。

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这家健身房的会员费是___支付的,非常方便。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

健身房会员费通常是按月支付,所以'每个月'是最佳答案。

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他___都会给家里打电话,汇报自己的近况。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

给家里打电话汇报近况的频率通常是每月一次,'每个月'符合逻辑。

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为了保持阅读习惯,我___都会读完一本书。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

每月读完一本书是比较常见的阅读习惯,'每个月'是正确的。

multiple choice B2

选择最能表达“我每个月都会收到一份账单”的选项。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: I receive a bill every month.

“每个月都会收到一份账单”直接翻译就是“I receive a bill every month”。

multiple choice B2

下列哪个句子正确使用了“每个月”?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 她每个月都去图书馆。

“每个月”表示频率,与“都去”图书馆搭配,表达每月规律性行为。其他选项语法或逻辑上不正确。

multiple choice B2

如果一个人说“他每个月都会旅行一次”,这意味着什么?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 他每个月都去旅行。

“每个月都会旅行一次”明确表示旅行是每月都会发生的规律性行为。

true false B2

“我每个月都会去健身房”意思是“I went to the gym last month.”

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: False

“我每个月都会去健身房”表达的是一种规律性的习惯,表示每个月都会去,而不是特指上个月。正确的翻译应为“I go to the gym every month.”

true false B2

用“每个月”描述一个习惯性的动作是正确的用法。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: True

“每个月”常用于描述周期性、习惯性的动作或事件,例如“我每个月都会读一本书”。

true false B2

句子“我们每个月见了面”是地道的中文表达。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: False

这句话不够自然。“每个月”通常与表示重复或持续的动词结构搭配,例如“我们每个月都会见面”或“我们每个月都见面”。

listening B2

The speaker visits someone regularly.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 我每个月都去看望我的奶奶。
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A company event occurs with monthly frequency.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 公司每个月都会举行一次员工会议。
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listening B2

Someone is asking about monthly expenses.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 你每个月的开销大概有多少?
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speaking B2

Read this aloud:

她每个月都会给家里寄钱。

Focus: mei3 ge4 yue4

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speaking B2

Read this aloud:

我每个月都会读一本书。

Focus: du2 yi1 ben3 shu1

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speaking B2

Read this aloud:

我们每个月都期待着发工资。

Focus: qi1 dai4 zhe fa1 gong1 zi1

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writing B2

You are planning a monthly team meeting. Write an email to your colleagues announcing the meeting details: date, time, and main agenda point. Use '每个月' naturally.

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Sample answer

大家好, 通知大家,我们每个月例行团队会议将在下周三举行。具体时间是下周三上午10点到11点。本次会议的主要议程是讨论下个季度的项目计划。请大家准时参加。 谢谢!

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writing B2

Describe a personal habit or activity you do '每个月'. Explain why it's important to you in 2-3 sentences.

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Sample answer

我每个月都会去献血一次。我觉得这是一种很好的方式来帮助有需要的人,也是我回馈社会的一种方式。虽然只是一点点,但我觉得非常有意义。

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writing B2

Imagine you are writing a short blog post about managing household chores. Explain how you organize tasks that need to be done '每个月'.

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Sample answer

在管理家务方面,我喜欢把任务分成每日、每周和每月。每个月我都会安排一次深度清洁,比如擦窗户、清洗窗帘,以及检查电器是否正常工作。这样可以确保家里保持整洁,同时也能及时发现并解决潜在问题。

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reading B2

根据文章,小明每个月寄钱回家是出于什么原因?

Read this passage:

小明每个月都会给家里寄钱,即使他自己的生活费也不多。他觉得这是他的责任,也是对父母的孝顺。虽然现在工作很辛苦,但他相信通过自己的努力,总有一天能让家人过上更好的生活。

根据文章,小明每个月寄钱回家是出于什么原因?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 他觉得这是他的责任和孝顺。

文章中明确提到“他觉得这是他的责任,也是对父母的孝顺”。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 他觉得这是他的责任和孝顺。

文章中明确提到“他觉得这是他的责任,也是对父母的孝顺”。

reading B2

这项健身中心的会员计划中,每个月提供哪些特别服务?

Read this passage:

一家健身中心推出了一项新的会员计划,每个月会员可以免费参加两次私教课,并且可以使用所有健身设施。此外,每个月还会举办一次健康讲座,邀请专家讲解营养和运动知识。

这项健身中心的会员计划中,每个月提供哪些特别服务?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 免费参加两次私教课和一次健康讲座。

文章中提到“每个月会员可以免费参加两次私教课”和“每个月还会举办一次健康讲座”。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 免费参加两次私教课和一次健康讲座。

文章中提到“每个月会员可以免费参加两次私教课”和“每个月还会举办一次健康讲座”。

reading B2

根据新的政策,居民每个月需要做什么?

Read this passage:

为了保护环境,市政府决定从下个月开始实施新的垃圾分类政策。每个月,居民需要将可回收垃圾、厨余垃圾和其他垃圾分别处理。市政府也鼓励居民积极参与,减少垃圾产生。

根据新的政策,居民每个月需要做什么?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 将垃圾进行分类处理。

文章中提到“每个月,居民需要将可回收垃圾、厨余垃圾和其他垃圾分别处理”。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 将垃圾进行分类处理。

文章中提到“每个月,居民需要将可回收垃圾、厨余垃圾和其他垃圾分别处理”。

sentence order B2

Tap words below to build the sentence
Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 他 每个月 都会 回家 看 父母

This sentence structure is common for expressing habitual actions: Subject + Frequency + 都会 (will/always) + Verb Phrase. '看父母' means 'visit parents'.

sentence order B2

Tap words below to build the sentence
Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 公司 每个月 都会 组织 一次 团队 建设 活动

The sentence describes a company's monthly team-building activity. '组织' means 'organize', '一次' means 'once', and '团队建设活动' means 'team-building activity'.

sentence order B2

Tap words below to build the sentence
Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 我们 每个月 的 房租 是 三千 块

This sentence explains the cost of monthly rent. '房租' means 'rent', and '三千块' means 'three thousand yuan'. The '的' connects '每个月' to '房租', indicating monthly rent.

fill blank C1

公司规定,___提交一次月度报告,以便及时总结工作。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

The sentence discusses submitting 'monthly reports', so '每个月' (every month) is the correct fit. (The company stipulates that a monthly report must be submitted once, in order to summarize work in a timely manner.)

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为了保持健康的体魄,他坚持___去健身房锻炼身体。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

The context implies a regular, recurring activity. While '每天' (every day) is also regular, '每个月' (every month) fits the general frequency for a gym routine suggested by the sentence's structure. (To maintain a healthy physique, he insists on going to the gym to exercise every month.)

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这家杂志社___出版一期新刊,内容涵盖了科技、文化和艺术等多个领域。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

A magazine typically publishes new issues on a monthly basis, making '每个月' (every month) the most logical choice. (This magazine publishes a new issue every month, covering multiple fields such as technology, culture, and art.)

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社区志愿者服务队___组织一次探望敬老院的活动,给老人们送去温暖。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

Volunteer activities like visiting a nursing home are commonly organized on a monthly basis to maintain regular engagement. (The community volunteer service team organizes an activity to visit the nursing home every month, bringing warmth to the elderly.)

fill blank C1

为了评估员工的绩效,我们公司会___进行一次考核。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

Employee performance evaluations are frequently conducted monthly in many companies. (In order to evaluate employee performance, our company conducts an assessment every month.)

fill blank C1

这部电视剧自从开播以来,___都会准时更新一集,吸引了大量观众。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

While TV shows can update daily or weekly, '每个月' (every month) is also a plausible update frequency for some series, especially longer-running ones, and fits the structure. (Since its premiere, this TV series updates one episode every month on time, attracting a large number of viewers.)

listening C1

The speaker is asking about a regular activity.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 你每个月都去健身房吗?
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listening C1

The speaker is talking about the frequency of meetings.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 我们每个月都会开一次会。
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listening C1

The speaker mentions a monthly financial action.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 她每个月都会给家里寄钱。
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speaking C1

Read this aloud:

请你用“每个月”造一个句子。

Focus: 每个月 (měi gè yuè)

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speaking C1

Read this aloud:

你的公司每个月都会组织团队活动吗?

Focus: 每个月 (měi gè yuè)

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speaking C1

Read this aloud:

你觉得每个月阅读一本书有益吗?

Focus: 每个月 (měi gè yuè)

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writing C1

你认为科技进步对我们每个月的生活有哪些深远影响?

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Sample answer

我认为科技进步对我们每个月的生活产生了深远影响。例如,智能手机和互联网让我们在购物、交流和获取信息方面变得更加方便快捷。然而,过度依赖科技也可能导致人际关系疏远和信息过载。

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writing C1

请描述你每个月通常会做的一项志愿活动或社区服务,并说明其意义。

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Sample answer

我每个月都会去当地的养老院做志愿服务,陪伴老人们聊天、读报。这项活动让我感到非常有意义,不仅能给他们带来一些温暖和快乐,也能让我更好地理解和尊重老年人。

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writing C1

假设你正在规划一次持续每个月的个人发展项目,请列出至少三个目标并阐述如何实现。

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Sample answer

我的个人发展项目目标包括:每个月阅读一本专业书籍,提升专业技能;每周练习英语口语,增强沟通能力;每个月学习一项新技能,拓展兴趣爱好。我计划通过制定详细的学习计划和寻求导师的指导来逐步实现这些目标。

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reading C1

根据短文,在现代社会中,人们每个月应该如何应对新的挑战和机遇?

Read this passage:

现代社会,人们的生活节奏越来越快,每个月都有新的挑战和机遇。为了适应这种变化,持续学习和自我提升变得尤为重要。无论是职场人士还是学生,都应该定期回顾自己的目标,并制定相应的学习计划。

根据短文,在现代社会中,人们每个月应该如何应对新的挑战和机遇?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 持续学习和自我提升

短文中明确指出“为了适应这种变化,持续学习和自我提升变得尤为重要”。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 持续学习和自我提升

短文中明确指出“为了适应这种变化,持续学习和自我提升变得尤为重要”。

reading C1

文章中提到,每个月制定预算计划的主要目的是什么?

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许多人选择每个月制定详细的预算计划,以更好地管理个人财务。这样做不仅能帮助他们了解资金流向,还能有效控制开支,为未来的投资或储蓄打下基础。这种习惯对于实现财务自由至关重要。

文章中提到,每个月制定预算计划的主要目的是什么?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 更好地管理个人财务

文章开篇就指出“许多人选择每个月制定详细的预算计划,以更好地管理个人财务”。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 更好地管理个人财务

文章开篇就指出“许多人选择每个月制定详细的预算计划,以更好地管理个人财务”。

reading C1

根据短文,为了环境保护,个人每个月可以采取哪些行动?

Read this passage:

环境保护是全球性的议题,每个人都应该为之贡献力量。例如,每个月减少一次性塑料制品的使用,选择绿色出行方式,或者参与社区的环保活动,这些看似微小的举动,如果能持之以恒,将会对环境产生积极而深远的影响。

根据短文,为了环境保护,个人每个月可以采取哪些行动?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 减少一次性塑料制品使用或参与环保活动

短文中明确列举了“每个月减少一次性塑料制品的使用,选择绿色出行方式,或者参与社区的环保活动”。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 减少一次性塑料制品使用或参与环保活动

短文中明确列举了“每个月减少一次性塑料制品的使用,选择绿色出行方式,或者参与社区的环保活动”。

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公司___评估一次所有员工的绩效。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

Context suggests regular, frequent evaluations. '每个月' (every month) fits best among the options for a C2 level understanding of company operations and regular performance reviews.

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为了确保项目的顺利进行,我们___召开一次进度审查会议。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

The phrase '确保项目的顺利进行' (to ensure the smooth progress of the project) implies a consistent and periodic review. '每个月' (every month) is a logical and common frequency for project progress meetings at this advanced level.

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这家慈善机构___公布其财务报告,以增加透明度。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

The goal is '增加透明度' (to increase transparency), which suggests regular and frequent reporting. '每个月' (every month) aligns with this goal for a C2 understanding of organizational transparency practices.

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为了监控市场趋势,分析师们___发布一份详细的行业报告。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

Monitoring market trends for a '详细的行业报告' (detailed industry report) typically occurs on a monthly basis to capture significant shifts without being overly frequent. '每个月' (every month) is the most appropriate choice at the C2 level.

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作为一项常规维护,系统工程师___检查服务器的运行状态。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

Routine maintenance for '服务器的运行状态' (server operating status) at a C2 level implies a systematic, periodic check, often monthly, to ensure stability. '每个月' (every month) fits this context.

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居民委员会___组织一次社区活动,以增强邻里关系。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 每个月

To '增强邻里关系' (enhance neighborhood relationships), community activities would ideally be frequent and regular, making '每个月' (every month) a suitable and common frequency at the C2 level.

multiple choice C2

Choose the most appropriate synonym for “每个月” in a formal context:

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 月度

“月度” (yuèdù) often implies a monthly period or assessment, common in formal or business contexts, making it the most suitable formal synonym for “每个月” (měi ge yuè). “每月” (měi yuè) is a direct synonym but less formal. “旬月” (xúnyuè) refers to a period of ten days or a month, less precise. “逐月” (zhúyuè) means month by month, often implying progression, but isn't as broadly interchangeable in a formal sense.

multiple choice C2

Which sentence correctly uses “每个月” to describe a recurring annual event?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 这个会议每个月举行一次,持续一年。

The question asks for a recurring annual event described with “每个月”. Option B implies that within one year, the meeting occurs every month. Options A and D are grammatically awkward or illogical in expressing a yearly event that is also monthly. Option C suggests different dates, but doesn't clearly state the monthly recurrence within an annual event.

multiple choice C2

In which scenario would replacing “每个月” with “月复一月” significantly alter the nuance?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: “她每个月都收到一封信。” (She receives a letter every month.)

“月复一月” (yuè fù yī yuè) emphasizes the continuous, often monotonous, passage of time, or the repetition of an event over a long period, sometimes implying an ongoing process. While “每个月” is neutral, “月复一月” adds a layer of continuity or even a sense of weariness/persistence. In the context of 'receiving a letter', '月复一月' could imply a long-standing, perhaps unchanging, routine or even a slightly melancholic tone, which is a significant nuance shift compared to the neutral '每个月'. For corporate reports or gym visits, the nuance change is less pronounced or less likely to carry an emotional connotation.

true false C2

“每个月” can be directly followed by a verb without any intervening words.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: False

While “每个月” functions as an adverbial phrase, it typically modifies the main verb of the sentence and is usually followed by the subject or another adverbial element before the verb, or by a quantifier/measure word and noun phrase if it refers to a specific monthly action. For example, “她每个月都去旅行” (She travels every month), where “都” intervenes. Directly following it with a verb would sound ungrammatical or incomplete in most standard sentence structures.

true false C2

If you want to emphasize the regularity and consistency of an action occurring monthly, “每个月” is always the best choice over other similar expressions.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: False

While “每个月” clearly indicates monthly occurrence, phrases like “每月定期” (měi yuè dìngqī - regularly every month) or “每月一次” (měi yuè yī cì - once every month) can provide stronger emphasis on regularity and consistency depending on the context. “每个月” is general, whereas adding adverbs like “定期” explicitly highlights the consistent schedule.

true false C2

Using “每个月” at the beginning of a sentence always implies that the action is habitual and not a one-time event.

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: True

“每个月” (měi ge yuè), when placed at the beginning of a sentence, functions as a temporal adverbial phrase indicating frequency. It inherently describes an action that recurs monthly, thus implying a habitual or regularly scheduled event rather than a singular occurrence.

listening C2

The company organizes a team-building activity. What is the frequency?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 公司每个月都会组织一次团队建设活动。
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listening C2

What does the speaker receive monthly from the bank?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 我每个月都会收到银行的账单,需要仔细核对。
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listening C2

What does she do monthly to maintain health?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 为了保持健康,她每个月都会进行一次全身检查。
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speaking C2

Read this aloud:

你每个月会把工资花在哪些方面?

Focus: 每个月 (měi gè yuè)

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speaking C2

Read this aloud:

你每个月都会给家里打电话吗?

Focus: 打电话 (dǎ diàn huà)

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speaking C2

Read this aloud:

你每个月会读几本书?

Focus: 读几本书 (dú jǐ běn shū)

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writing C2

假设你是一位公司的CEO,请撰写一封内部邮件,宣布公司将启动一个新的员工福利计划,该计划将为员工提供“每个月”一次的免费健康体检。邮件中需要说明这项计划的重要性,以及如何报名参加。

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Sample answer

各位同事: 我很高兴地宣布,公司将正式启动一项全新的员工福利计划。我们深知员工的健康是公司最宝贵的财富。因此,从下个月开始,我们将为所有员工提供“每个月”一次的免费健康体检服务。这项计划旨在帮助大家更好地关注自身健康,预防疾病,从而以更充沛的精力投入工作和生活。请各位积极参与,具体报名方式和体检安排,请关注内网通知。 祝好! [您的名字] CEO

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writing C2

请你写一篇短文,探讨现代社会中人们“每个月”的消费习惯与储蓄观念。文章需要包含对年轻人和中年人消费观念差异的分析,并提出一些关于理性消费的建议。

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Sample answer

在现代社会中,“每个月”的消费和储蓄习惯已成为人们生活的重要组成部分。年轻人普遍倾向于超前消费,热衷于体验新事物,对时尚和潮流的追求使得他们的月度开销常常超出预算。相比之下,中年人则更注重储蓄和投资,他们对未来有更长远的规划,消费更趋于理性。要实现健康的财务状况,无论是年轻人还是中年人,都应树立正确的消费观念。建议制定详细的月度预算,区分必需品和非必需品,避免不必要的开支,并将一部分收入用于储蓄和投资,为未来打下坚实的基础。只有这样,才能在享受生活的同时,为自己构筑稳固的财务屏障。

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writing C2

假设你是一位社区工作者,请撰写一份活动通知,邀请居民参加“每个月”一次的社区清洁日活动。通知中需要包含活动的具体时间、地点、内容,以及参与的意义。

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Sample answer

亲爱的社区居民们: 为了营造一个更加整洁、美丽的社区环境,我们社区居委会决定组织“每个月”一次的社区清洁日活动。我们诚挚地邀请大家积极参与! 活动时间:[具体日期和时间,例如:本月最后一个周六上午9:00-11:00] 活动地点:[具体地点,例如:社区广场集合,后分发至各区域] 活动内容:清理社区公共区域的垃圾、杂物,美化社区环境。 参与意义:您的参与不仅能为社区贡献一份力量,更能增进邻里间的交流与合作,共同建设我们温馨的家园。 期待您的到来! [您的名字] 社区居委会

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reading C2

根据文章,员工对哪方面的满意度有待提高?

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一家跨国企业近期发布了一项关于员工工作满意度的调查报告。报告指出,虽然公司为员工提供了具有竞争力的薪资和福利,但员工对工作与生活平衡的满意度仍有待提高。调查显示,有近60%的员工表示他们“每个月”都会加班超过40小时,导致身心疲惫。公司管理层正在积极研究对策,以期改善这一现状。

根据文章,员工对哪方面的满意度有待提高?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 工作与生活平衡

文章明确提到“员工对工作与生活平衡的满意度仍有待提高”。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 工作与生活平衡

文章明确提到“员工对工作与生活平衡的满意度仍有待提高”。

reading C2

文章指出,信息爆炸时代对人们提出了什么要求?

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随着科技的飞速发展,人们获取信息的渠道越来越多样化。社交媒体、新闻客户端、短视频平台等,几乎“每个月”都会有新的内容和形式出现。这种信息爆炸的时代,虽然带来了便利,但也对人们的信息筛选能力提出了更高的要求。

文章指出,信息爆炸时代对人们提出了什么要求?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 更高的信息筛选能力

文章最后一句明确指出“这种信息爆炸的时代,虽然带来了便利,但也对人们的信息筛选能力提出了更高的要求”。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 更高的信息筛选能力

文章最后一句明确指出“这种信息爆炸的时代,虽然带来了便利,但也对人们的信息筛选能力提出了更高的要求”。

reading C2

根据文章,该城市政府如何鼓励市民减少塑料垃圾?

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环境保护是全球性的重要议题。许多国家和地区都在积极推动可持续发展,倡导绿色生活方式。例如,某城市政府为了鼓励市民减少塑料垃圾,规定“每个月”的第一个周六为“无塑日”,当天所有商超不得提供一次性塑料袋,并对违规商家进行处罚。

根据文章,该城市政府如何鼓励市民减少塑料垃圾?

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 设立“无塑日”并禁止提供一次性塑料袋

文章中明确提到“规定‘每个月’的第一个周六为‘无塑日’,当天所有商超不得提供一次性塑料袋”。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 设立“无塑日”并禁止提供一次性塑料袋

文章中明确提到“规定‘每个月’的第一个周六为‘无塑日’,当天所有商超不得提供一次性塑料袋”。

sentence order C2

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Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 企业每个月都进行市场调研,以确保产品符合客户需求

This sentence structure emphasizes the regularity of market research conducted by the enterprise to ensure product alignment with customer needs.

sentence order C2

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Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 政府每个月都会发布经济数据报告,以供公众参考

This sentence highlights the consistent release of economic data reports by the government for public reference.

sentence order C2

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Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 该组织每个月举办一次社区服务活动,旨在帮助弱势群体

This sentence describes the monthly community service events organized by the organization to assist vulnerable groups.

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