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水曜日

A2 noun #1,500 最常用 10分钟阅读

水曜日

suiyoubi 前1,500

At the A1 level, learners focus on the most basic utility of '水曜日' (Suiyōbi). This involves identifying the day in a week, stating what day it is today, and using it in very simple sentences like 'Wednesday is a holiday' or 'I will go on Wednesday.' The primary goal is memorization of the sound and the kanji for 'water' (水). Learners at this stage use 'Suiyōbi' with basic particles like 'wa' (topic) and 'ni' (time). They learn to recognize it on calendars and schedules. The focus is on survival Japanese—being able to understand a date given by a clerk or a teacher. They also learn to ask 'What day is it?' (Nan-yōbi desu ka?) and respond correctly. The cultural context is limited to knowing it's a weekday and often a day for trash collection or specific school activities. Simple sentence patterns like '[Day] wa [Noun] desu' are the foundation here.

At the A2 level, learners begin to use '水曜日' in more descriptive and functional contexts. They can talk about their weekly routines, such as 'I have Japanese class every Wednesday' (Maishū suiyōbi ni nihongo no klasu ga arimasu). They start to use relative time markers like 'this Wednesday' (konshū no suiyōbi) or 'next Wednesday' (raishū no suiyōbi). A2 learners can also handle basic social arrangements, such as suggesting a meeting day or confirming a shop's closing day. They understand the concept of 'teikyūbi' (fixed holiday) and can navigate simple business hours. The use of 'kara' (from) and 'made' (until) becomes common, allowing them to describe durations like 'from Wednesday to Friday.' They are also introduced to the shorthand '(水)' seen in newspapers and apps. The vocabulary expands to include common activities associated with the day, like 'No Overtime Day' or movie discounts.

B1 learners can use '水曜日' to discuss more complex schedules and personal opinions. They can explain why Wednesday is a busy or relaxed day for them, using subordinating conjunctions like 'node' or 'kara' (because). For example, 'Since Wednesday is a half-day, I usually go to the gym.' They are comfortable with the 'hump day' concept and can use terms like 'shū no mannaka' (middle of the week) to describe their feelings. In a professional setting, they can handle deadlines and appointments with greater nuance, using phrases like 'by the end of Wednesday' (suiyōbi-jū ni). They also begin to recognize '水曜日' in media, such as weather forecasts or TV program titles. Their kanji proficiency allows them to write '水曜日' without hesitation, and they understand the elemental connection to Mercury. They can also participate in casual conversations about 'Ladies' Day' or other mid-week promotions.

At the B2 level, '水曜日' is used fluently in both formal and informal contexts. Learners can discuss the historical and etymological roots of the day, including the 'Seven Luminaries' system. they can use the word in complex grammatical structures, such as passive or causative forms: 'I was made to work on Wednesday' or 'I'll have the report finished by Wednesday.' They are aware of the cultural nuances of Wednesday in Japan, such as its role in the 'No Overtime Day' initiative and its impact on corporate culture. B2 learners can read and understand news articles or business reports that mention Wednesday in the context of market trends or social statistics. They can also use idiomatic expressions or shorthand naturally in speech and writing. Their understanding of 'Suiyōbi' extends to its place in the broader Japanese calendar system, including how it interacts with public holidays (Furikae Kyūjitsu).

C1 learners possess a deep, nuanced understanding of '水曜日' and its cultural connotations. They can engage in sophisticated discussions about the psychological impact of the mid-week slump or the effectiveness of 'No Overtime Wednesdays' in Japanese society. They are familiar with literary or archaic references to the day and can understand wordplay or puns involving 'Sui' (water). In a professional capacity, they can lead meetings or write formal documents where Wednesday is a key milestone, using precise honorifics (keigo) appropriately. They can analyze the sociological aspects of why certain businesses choose Wednesday as their 'teikyūbi' and how this affects urban flow. Their command of the language allows them to use '水曜日' as a springboard for discussing broader topics like work-life balance, traditional vs. modern timekeeping, and the influence of Chinese philosophy on Japanese language.

At the C2 level, '水曜日' is a tool for masterful communication. The learner can discuss the day from an academic or historical perspective, perhaps comparing the Japanese 'Shichiyō' system with other global timekeeping traditions. They can appreciate and use the word in high-level literature, poetry, or specialized technical fields. Their understanding of the kanji '曜' includes its complex history and various calligraphic styles. They can navigate the most subtle social situations where the day of the week might imply certain expectations or etiquette. Whether it's a deep dive into the astronomical alignment of Mercury or a critique of modern corporate 'service days,' the C2 learner uses '水曜日' with the same ease and depth as a highly educated native speaker. They can also identify and interpret regional variations or historical shifts in how Wednesdays have been perceived and utilized in Japanese history.

开始练习例句笔记与提示

水曜日 30秒了解

Wednesday (水曜日) is the 'Water Day' in the Japanese week, associated with Mercury.
It is a standard weekday (平日) and often the midpoint of work and school schedules.
Commonly used with the particle 'ni' for specific timing or 'wa' as a topic.
Culturally linked to 'No Overtime Day' and mid-week retail or cinema discounts.

The word 水曜日 (Suiyōbi) is the Japanese term for Wednesday. In the Japanese calendar system, days of the week are deeply rooted in the concept of the seven luminaries (Sun, Moon, and the five visible planets), which in turn correspond to the five elements of traditional East Asian philosophy (Wu Xing). The first kanji, 水 (mizu), means 'water.' This character is associated with the planet Mercury, known in Japanese as Suisei (水星), literally the 'Water Star.' Therefore, Wednesday is the 'Day of Water.' This naming convention mirrors the Western tradition where Wednesday is named after Mercury (Mercredi in French, Miércoles in Spanish), although the Japanese system arrived via Buddhist astrology from India and China over a thousand years ago.

Kanji Breakdown: 水 (Sui) - Water; 曜 (Yō) - Day of the week/Luminosity; 日 (Bi/Hi) - Day/Sun.

今週の水曜日は暇ですか？ (Are you free this Wednesday?)

Understanding the elemental connection helps learners memorize the sequence. Since water follows fire (Tuesday/Karyōbi), you can imagine water putting out the fire of the early week stress. In a business context, Wednesday is often seen as the 'hump day' or the midpoint of the standard work week. Many Japanese companies implement 'No Overtime Day' (Nō-zangyō-day) on Wednesdays to encourage work-life balance, making it a day people look forward to for personal errands or social gatherings.

Etymological Root: Derived from the 'Seven Luminaries' (Shichiyō) system introduced to Japan in the Heian period. It aligns the day with the planet Mercury.

毎週水曜日にテニスをします。 (I play tennis every Wednesday.)

In the broader cultural landscape, Wednesday often carries a sense of 'flow' or 'fluidity,' much like the water it represents. It is a day of transition. In modern urban Japan, it is also a popular day for movie theaters to offer discounts, historically known as 'Ladies' Day,' though this is increasingly becoming a gender-neutral 'Service Day.' This makes Wednesday a culturally significant day for entertainment and leisure after the initial rush of the work week.

Usage Note: When used in a list of days, it is common to omit 'bi' and just say 'Sui' in casual conversation or when reading schedules.

ゴミの収集日は水曜日です。 (The trash collection day is Wednesday.)

来週の水曜日に会いましょう。 (Let's meet next Wednesday.)

昨日の水曜日は雨でした。 (It was raining yesterday, Wednesday.)

Using 水曜日 in a sentence follows standard Japanese noun patterns. Most commonly, it is paired with the particle に (ni) to indicate 'on' Wednesday. For example, 'Suiyōbi ni ikimasu' (I will go on Wednesday). However, when the day is the subject or the topic, は (wa) or が (ga) is used. If you are describing what Wednesday is, you use the copula です (desu). For instance, 'Ashita wa suiyōbi desu' (Tomorrow is Wednesday).

Time Particles: に (Specific point), から (From), まで (Until), の (Possessive/Descriptive).

水曜日から金曜日まで出張です。 (I'm on a business trip from Wednesday to Friday.)

In professional settings, you might hear 'Suiyōbi-juu ni' (By the end of Wednesday). This is a crucial phrase for deadlines. Another common usage is 'Maishū suiyōbi' (Every Wednesday). Note that in Japanese, you don't need a plural form for 'Wednesdays'; the context or the word 'maishū' (every week) clarifies the frequency. When scheduling, you might ask 'Suiyōbi no gogo wa aiteimasu ka?' (Are you free on Wednesday afternoon?). Here, 'no' connects the day to the specific time of day.

Common Verbs: 始まる (to start), 終わる (to end), 休み (holiday/off), 予定 (plan).

次の水曜日に会議があります。 (There is a meeting next Wednesday.)

Advanced learners should note the use of 'Suiyōbi-zashi' (Wednesday edition) for newspapers or magazines. In casual speech, people often drop the 'bi' and just say 'Sui-yō' or even just 'Sui.' For example, 'Sui wa dame da' (Wednesday is no good [for me]). This is very common in fast-paced environments or among friends. Additionally, when discussing public holidays that fall on a Wednesday, the term 'Sui-shuku' (Wednesday holiday) might be used informally.

Relative Time: 先週の水曜日 (Last Wed), 今週の水曜日 (This Wed), 来週の水曜日 (Next Wed).

この前の水曜日は何をしましたか？ (What did you do this past Wednesday?)

私の定休日は水曜日です。 (My regular day off is Wednesday.)

今度の水曜日は祝日です。 (This coming Wednesday is a national holiday.)

You will encounter 水曜日 in almost every facet of daily life in Japan. On public transportation, digital signs display the current date and day of the week. Station announcements might mention schedule changes effective from a certain Wednesday. In the workplace, the morning assembly (chōrei) will often begin with an acknowledgment of the day: 'Honjitsu wa suiyōbi desu' (Today is Wednesday), followed by the week's progress report. Since Wednesday is the middle of the work week, it's a prime time for progress checks.

Media & News: Weather forecasts frequently use 'Suiyōbi' when showing the weekly outlook. TV guides highlight 'Wednesday Night Dramas' (Sui-dora).

「水曜日のダウンタウン」は人気の番組です。 ('Wednesday Downtown' is a popular TV show.)

In retail and service industries, Wednesday is a common day for shops to be closed (定休日 - teikyūbi), especially smaller family-owned businesses or hair salons. This is because it's far enough from the busy weekend. Conversely, supermarkets often have 'Wednesday Specials' to boost mid-week sales. You'll see flyers (chirashi) with 'Suiyōbi Gentei' (Wednesday Only) deals. In schools, Wednesday often has a shorter schedule or is dedicated to club activities (bukatsu), so students frequently use the word when discussing their plans for the afternoon.

Office Culture: 'Nō-zangyō-day' (No Overtime Day) is most frequently scheduled on Wednesdays.

水曜日は映画が安いですよ。 (Movies are cheap on Wednesdays, you know.)

Another place you'll hear it is in garbage collection schedules. In many Japanese municipalities, specific types of waste like 'burnable trash' or 'recyclables' are collected on Wednesdays. Residents often remind each other, 'Ashita wa suiyōbi da kara, gomi o dasanakucha' (Since tomorrow is Wednesday, I have to put out the trash). In the health sector, many clinics and dental offices close on Wednesday afternoons, so you'll hear receptionists saying, 'Suiyōbi no gogo wa kyūshin desu' (We are closed on Wednesday afternoons).

Social Contexts: Dinner plans, gym classes, and weekly hobbies often revolve around this mid-week anchor.

毎週水曜日にヨガ教室に通っています。 (I go to a yoga class every Wednesday.)

今週の水曜日、空いてる？ (Are you free this Wednesday? - Casual)

水曜日の朝はいつも忙しいです。 (Wednesday mornings are always busy.)

The most frequent mistake for beginners is confusing 水曜日 with 火曜日 (Kayōbi - Tuesday) or 木曜日 (Mokuyōbi - Thursday). Because they all share the 'yōbi' suffix and are phonetically somewhat similar (Sui vs. Ka vs. Moku), it's easy to mix them up. A helpful tip is to associate the elements: Fire (Tuesday) comes before Water (Wednesday), which comes before Wood (Thursday). Think of a forest cycle: Fire burns, Water douses the fire, and then Trees (Wood) grow.

Particle Errors: Using 'ni' when it's not needed. For example, 'Ashita ni suiyōbi desu' is incorrect. It should be 'Ashita wa suiyōbi desu.'

❌ 水曜日に行きます。 (Correct) vs ❌ 水曜日にです。 (Incorrect copula usage)

Another common error is the pronunciation of 'Sui.' Some learners tend to make it two syllables like 'Su-i,' but it should be a smooth, single-syllable diphthong-like sound, though technically two morae. The 'u' is often slightly devocalized. Also, don't forget the long 'ō' in 'yōbi.' Saying 'Suiyobi' (short 'o') sounds unnatural. In writing, ensure you don't confuse the kanji for water (水) with the kanji for ice (氷) or eternal (永), which look similar but have different meanings and strokes.

Contextual Mistakes: Assuming all businesses close on Wednesday. While common, many modern chains stay open. Always check the 'Teikyūbi' (fixed holiday).

❌ 来週の水曜日に会いましょう。 (Correct) vs ❌ 来週水曜日会いましょう。 (Particle 'no' is usually needed between relative time and day).

Lastly, be careful with 'Suiyōbi' vs 'Suiyō.' While 'Suiyō' is used in formal astronomical contexts or shorthand, 'Suiyōbi' is the standard for daily conversation. Using 'Suiyō' in a casual sentence like 'Suiyō ni ikimasu' might sound a bit stiff or like you're reading a calendar entry aloud. Stick to 'Suiyōbi' until you are comfortable with shorthand. Also, remember that 'Suiyōbi' refers to the whole 24-hour period; if you mean specifically 'Wednesday night,' you must say 'Suiyōbi no yoru.'

Kanji Precision: The kanji 曜 is complex. Many learners struggle with the right side. Practice the 18 strokes carefully!

❌ 水曜日は火曜日の次です。 (Correct: Wed is after Tue) vs ❌ 水曜日は木曜日の次です。 (Incorrect: Wed is after Thu).

❌ 毎週の水曜日 (Incorrect) vs ❌ 毎週水曜日 (Correct: 'Every Wednesday' doesn't need 'no').

❌ 水曜日の時 (Incorrect) vs ❌ 水曜日に (Correct: Use 'ni' for days, not 'no toki').

While 水曜日 is the specific name for the day, there are several related terms that describe the middle of the week or specific types of Wednesdays. Understanding these can help you sound more natural and precise in your Japanese communication. For example, when you want to talk about 'weekdays' in general, you use 平日 (Heijitsu). Wednesday is, of course, a 'heijitsu' unless it falls on a national holiday.

週の中日 (Shū no nakabi): Literally 'the middle day of the week.' This is the Japanese equivalent of 'hump day,' though it is slightly more formal.

今日は週の中日の水曜日ですね。 (Today is Wednesday, the middle of the week, isn't it?)

Another comparison is with 中旬 (Chūjun), which refers to the middle ten days of a month. While 'Suiyōbi' is a weekly midpoint, 'Chūjun' is a monthly one. In a business context, you might also hear 週半ば (Shū-nakaba), which means 'mid-week.' This is often used in reports: 'Shū-nakaba no keiki' (Mid-week economic trends). If you are talking about a Wednesday that is a holiday, you might call it 水曜の祝日 (Suiyō no shukujitsu).

定休日 (Teikyūbi): Fixed holiday. As mentioned, many shops have their 'teikyūbi' on Wednesday.

この店は水曜日が定休日です。 (This shop's fixed holiday is Wednesday.)

In the context of the 'Seven Luminaries,' you can compare 水曜日 with its neighbors: 火曜日 (Tuesday/Fire) and 木曜日 (Thursday/Wood). In some specific religious or occult contexts, the day might be referred to as 水曜 (Suiyō) without the 'bi,' emphasizing its planetary connection to Mercury. For students, Wednesday might be compared to 半ドン (Handon), an old-fashioned term for a half-day of work or school, which used to be common on Wednesdays and Saturdays.

Wednesday vs. Mid-week: 水曜日 is the specific name; 週の真ん中 (Shū no mannaka) is the colloquial 'middle of the week.'

週の真ん中の水曜日は疲れがたまります。 (Fatigue builds up on Wednesday, the middle of the week.)

明日は水曜日、つまり平日の真ん中です。 (Tomorrow is Wednesday, in other words, the middle of the weekdays.)

火曜と水曜日は連休です。 (Tuesday and Wednesday are consecutive holidays.)

How Formal Is It?

正式

难度评级

需要掌握的语法

按水平分级的例句

今日は水曜日です。

Today is Wednesday.

Simple A is B structure.

水曜日に学校へ行きます。

I go to school on Wednesday.

Particle 'ni' for time.

水曜日は休みです。

Wednesday is a holiday.

Topic marker 'wa'.

あさっては水曜日ですか？

Is the day after tomorrow Wednesday?

Question particle 'ka'.

水曜日の朝、パンを食べます。

I eat bread on Wednesday morning.

Particle 'no' to connect time.

水曜日は水の日です。

Wednesday is the day of water.

Literal meaning of the kanji.

昨日は水曜日でした。

Yesterday was Wednesday.

Past tense 'deshita'.

水曜日に会いましょう。

Let's meet on Wednesday.

Volitional form 'mashō'.

毎週水曜日にテニスをしています。

I play tennis every Wednesday.

Maishū (every week) + te-iru (habit).

来週の水曜日は暇ですか？

Are you free next Wednesday?

Raishū no (next week's).

水曜日から金曜日まで旅行します。

I will travel from Wednesday to Friday.

Kara... made (from... until).

この店は水曜日が定休日です。

This shop is closed on Wednesdays.

Teikyūbi (fixed holiday).

水曜日の午後に会議があります。

There is a meeting on Wednesday afternoon.

Gogo (afternoon).

水曜日は映画が安いです。

Movies are cheap on Wednesdays.

Adjective 'yasui'.

今週の水曜日は雨が降るでしょう。

It will probably rain this Wednesday.

Deshō (probably).

水曜日の夜に友達と食事をします。

I will have a meal with friends on Wednesday night.

To (with) + shokuji (meal).

水曜日は週の真ん中なので、少し疲れます。

Since Wednesday is the middle of the week, I get a bit tired.

Node (because).

水曜日までにレポートを出してください。

Please submit the report by Wednesday.

Made ni (by/deadline).

私の会社は水曜日が「ノー残業デー」です。

My company has 'No Overtime Day' on Wednesdays.

Cultural term: No Overtime Day.

水曜日のドラマを楽しみにしています。

I'm looking forward to the Wednesday drama.

Tanoshimi ni suru (look forward to).

昨日の水曜日は、一日中雨が降っていました。

Yesterday, Wednesday, it was raining all day.

Ichinichijū (all day long).

水曜日なら、午後三時以降が空いています。

If it's Wednesday, I'm free after 3 PM.

Nara (if/conditional).

毎週水曜日にゴミを出すのを忘れないでください。

Please don't forget to put out the trash every Wednesday.

Wasureru (to forget) + naide (don't).

水曜日はいつもより早く帰宅できます。

I can go home earlier than usual on Wednesdays.

Itsumo yori (than usual).

水曜日の午後は、多くのクリニックが休診になります。

Many clinics are closed on Wednesday afternoons.

Kyūshin (closed for consultation).

来週の水曜日が祝日のため、木曜日が振替休日になります。

Since next Wednesday is a holiday, Thursday will be a substitute holiday.

Furikae kyūjitsu (substitute holiday).

水曜日の朝刊に、興味深い記事が載っていました。

There was an interesting article in the Wednesday morning paper.

Chōkan (morning edition).

仕事の締め切りが水曜日に設定されています。

The work deadline is set for Wednesday.

Settei sareru (to be set).

水曜日の夜は、地元のスポーツセンターで泳いでいます。

On Wednesday nights, I swim at the local sports center.

Habitual action in a specific location.

水曜日という日は、一週間の中で最も効率的に働ける日です。

Wednesday is the day I can work most efficiently in the week.

To iu hi (the day called...).

彼は水曜日になると、いつも機嫌が悪くなります。

Whenever it becomes Wednesday, he always gets in a bad mood.

To (whenever/natural consequence).

水曜日の特売日を狙って、まとめ買いをします。

I aim for the Wednesday sale day and buy in bulk.

Neratte (aiming for).

水曜日の静寂は、週の後半に向けた英気を養うのに最適だ。

The tranquility of Wednesday is perfect for recharging for the latter half of the week.

Formal/Literary style.

水曜日を境に、プロジェクトの進捗が加速した。

With Wednesday as the turning point, the project's progress accelerated.

O sakai ni (as a boundary/turning point).

水曜日の放課後、彼は独り図書室で思索に耽っていた。

After school on Wednesday, he was lost in thought alone in the library.

Hōkago (after school) + shisaku (meditation).

水曜日という中途半端な時期に、予期せぬトラブルが発生した。

At the awkward time of Wednesday, an unexpected trouble occurred.

Chūto-hanpa (halfway/awkward).

水曜日の夕暮れ時、街は独特の活気に包まれる。

At Wednesday dusk, the city is enveloped in a unique vitality.

Yūgure-doki (dusk).

毎週水曜日に配信されるポッドキャストが、私の唯一の楽しみだ。

The podcast distributed every Wednesday is my only pleasure.

Haishin sareru (to be distributed).

水曜日の空は、まるで私の心を見透かしているかのように澄んでいた。

The Wednesday sky was clear, as if it could see right through my heart.

Marude... no yō ni (just like...).

水曜日の夜更け、彼はようやく重い腰を上げた。

Late on Wednesday night, he finally got to work.

Yofuke (late night) + omoi koshi o ageru (idiom).

水曜日、すなわち「辰の日」の象徴的意味を考察する。

Considering the symbolic meaning of Wednesday, namely the 'Day of the Dragon' (in some contexts).

Sunawachi (namely/in other words).

水曜日の持つ流動性は、日本人の勤労観に深く根ざしている。

The fluidity inherent in Wednesday is deeply rooted in the Japanese view of labor.

Ryūdōsei (fluidity) + nezashite-iru (rooted in).

水曜日という時間軸において、過去と未来が交錯する瞬間がある。

In the time axis of Wednesday, there are moments where the past and future intersect.

Jikan-jiku (time axis) + kōsaku (intersect).

水曜日の朝の冷気は、一週間の倦怠を一時的に忘れさせてくれる。

The cold air of Wednesday morning makes one temporarily forget the week's fatigue.

Kentai (fatigue/ennui).

水曜日を起点とした組織改革が、劇的な成果をもたらした。

Organizational reform starting from Wednesday brought about dramatic results.

Kiten to shita (starting from).

水曜日の夜、月光が水面に映る様は、まさに「水曜日」の名に相応しい。

The way moonlight reflects on the water on Wednesday night is truly worthy of the name 'Wednesday'.

Fusawashii (appropriate/worthy).

水曜日の午睡は、現代社会における密かな贅沢と言えよう。

A Wednesday afternoon nap could be called a secret luxury in modern society.

Gosui (nap) + ieyō (can be said).

水曜日という概念が、いかにして現在の社会構造に組み込まれたかを論じる。

Discussing how the concept of Wednesday was integrated into the current social structure.

Ikani shite (how/in what way).

常见搭配

水曜日の朝

水曜日の夜

毎週水曜日

来週の水曜日

水曜日の午後

水曜日限定

水曜日定休

水曜日締め切り

水曜日のドラマ

水曜日の特売

常用短语

水曜日がいいです

水曜日はどうですか？

水曜日まで待ってください

水曜日の夕方

水曜日から始まる

水曜日に終わる

水曜日の予定

水曜日の天気

水曜日のニュース

水曜日の気分

容易混淆的词

水曜日 vs 火曜日

水曜日 vs 木曜日

水曜日 vs 氷

习语与表达

容易混淆

水曜日 vs 水星

水曜日 vs 水道

水曜日 vs 水泳

水曜日 vs 平日

水曜日 vs 祝日

句型

词族

如何使用

Business

Used for deadlines and 'No Overtime Day'.

Shorthand

Calendar: (水)

常见错误

Confusing 水曜日 with 火曜日
Using 'Suiyōbi no toki'
Writing 水 as 氷
Saying 'Suiyobi' (short o)
Omitting 'no' in 'Raishū suiyōbi'

小贴士

Water Wednesday

Associate 'Sui' with 'Swimming' or 'Suidō' (tap water) to remember it's Wednesday.

Particle 'Ni'

Always use 'ni' when you mean 'ON Wednesday' for a specific action, like 'Suiyōbi ni ikimasu'.

Movie Night

Check local cinemas on Wednesdays; you might find a 'Service Day' discount for cheaper tickets.

Shorthand

When taking notes, just write (水) to save time. Every Japanese person will know it means Wednesday.

Pitch Accent

The accent is usually on the 'i' or 'yo'. Listen to native speakers to get the 'Sui-YŌ-bi' flow.

Deadlines

If someone says 'Suiyōbi-jū', they mean 'by the end of the business day on Wednesday'.

Scheduling

Wednesday is a great day for social plans because it's far from the Monday blues and the Friday rush.

Element Link

Learning the days as Fire, Water, Wood, Metal, Earth helps you learn five basic kanji at once.

Announcements

Train stations often announce schedule changes for 'Suiyōbi'. Listen for the 'Sui' sound.

Mercury

Remembering that Wednesday is Mercury's day in the West helps link it to 'Suisei' (Water Star) in Japan.

记住它

词源

Sino-Japanese

文化背景

Historically, cinemas gave discounts to women on Wednesdays.

Government and corporate initiatives to reduce 'karoshi' (overwork death).

在生活中练习

真实语境

对话开场白

"水曜日の予定はありますか？"

"水曜日は何のごみの日ですか？"

"水曜日のドラマ、見ましたか？"

"水曜日は映画が安いですよ。"

"来週の水曜日にランチしませんか？"

日记主题

今週の水曜日に何をしたか書いてください。

あなたの好きな水曜日の過ごし方は？

水曜日はあなたにとって忙しい日ですか？

水曜日の天気を描写してください。

水曜日の「ノー残業デー」についてどう思いますか？

常见问题

10 个问题

It means 'water' (水). It comes from the elemental system where Wednesday is associated with the planet Mercury, the 'Water Star'.

No, Wednesday is a standard weekday (平日). However, some local shops might use it as their day off.

You can simply write the kanji for water in parentheses: (水). This is common on calendars and signs.

It was a tradition where movie theaters offered discounted tickets to women on Wednesdays. It is now often a general 'Service Day'.

Usually yes. Use 'ni' for a specific time, 'wa' for a topic, or 'no' to connect it to another noun like 'afternoon'.

It follows an ancient astrological system from China and India that links days of the week to the five elements and planets.

Yes, 'Suiyō' is a shortened version. 'Suiyōbi' is more common in speech, while 'Suiyō' is often used in writing or formal contexts.

It's a policy in many Japanese companies, often on Wednesdays, where employees are encouraged to leave work exactly on time.

You say 'maishū suiyōbi' (毎週水曜日). You don't need to make 'suiyōbi' plural.

Yes, it has 18 strokes. It's one of the more complex kanji taught early on because it's used so frequently for days of the week.