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The 100 Most Common Chinese Measure Words

Lan Xiangying

The  100 Most Common Chinese Measure Words course will teach you 100 Frequently Used Chinese Measure Words, from our long-time teaching experiences, some Chinese learners might use "个" for everything, but Chinese people don't overuse it, because different things have different Measure words. The 100 Most Common Chinese Measure words suit every Chinese learner if he/she wants to use them correctly.

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The  100 Most Common Chinese Measure Words course will teach you 100 Frequently Used Chinese Measure Words, from our long-time teaching experiences, some Chinese learners might use "个" for everything, but Chinese people don't overuse it, because different things have different Measure words. The 100 Most Common Chinese Measure words suit every Chinese learner if he/she wants to use them correctly.

Some students even study Chinese for many years, but they are still confused with Chinese words and they don't know how to use them in different things. fortunately, this video sorts the 100 most common Chinese Measure words into 24 groups, which cover most of the situations in real life relating to people, animals, items, transportation, food, time, events, art, etc.. each group includes a couple of similar Measure words and there is some difference between them., the students will be easy to understand and remember.

During our course, you will learn:

  • 100 most common Chinese Measure Words.

  • 24 groups of Chinese Words cover most real-life situations.

  • How to use them in real life.

  • Multiple collocations for each group of Measure words.

  • The difference between some similar Measure words in a group.

After taking this course you will be able to:

  • Use correct Measure words for people, animals, food/dishes in Chinese.

  • Use correct Measure words for transportation, time, and money in Chinese.

  • Use correct Measure words for items, machines/devices in Chinese.

  • Use correct Measure words for art (songs, paintings, etc.), books, and articles in Chinese.

  • Use correct Measure words to count things and events in Chinese.

  • Natively use Measure words in Chinese instead of “个” for everything.

  • Form Chinese thinking when forming a Chinese sentence.

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What's inside

Learning objectives

  • 100 frequently used chinese measure words
  • 24 groups of measure words in different category
  • How to use these measure words correctly in reality
  • Understand the different usages in different scenes
  • The most useful collocations for each measure word
  • The difference between some similar measure words

Syllabus

in this video, you will learn the knowledge of what measure words are, Why measure words matter, and how to learn to measure words.

Chinese measure words are essential in Chinese, in this video, you will learn the knowledge of what Measure words are, Why measure words matter, and how to learn Chinese Measure words.

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This video includes four Measure words: 个(gè),名(míng),位(weì), and 口(kǒu), they all can be for people, but how do you use them correctly and what's the difference between them?

This video includes three Measure words: 群(quán),帮(bāng), and 伙(huǒ), often used for groups of people.

This video includes four Measure words: 份(fèn),块(kuài), and 片(piàn)and 道(dào), often used for food, snacks and dishs.

This video includes three Measure words: 只(zhī),头(tóu), and 匹(pǐ), often used for animals.

This video includes eight Measure words: 杯(beī),瓶(píng),碗 (wǎn),盘(pán),壶(hú),罐(guàn),盆(péng), and 箱(xiāng), often used for food, drink and items.

This video includes two Measure words: 料(lì) and 颗(kē), often used for roundish items.

This video includes four Measure words: 元(yuán),块(kuài), 笔(bǐ),叠(dié),and 枚(méi), often used for plants and flowers.

This video includes three Measure words: 包(bāo),盒(hé), and 袋(dài), often used for food, drink and items in packages or boxes.

This video includes four Measure words: 束(sù),缕(lǚ),  捆(kǔn)and 把(bǎ), often used for sunlight, smoke, firewood, and things with handles respectively.

This video includes five Measure words: 根(gēn),枝(zhī), 条(tiáo)张(zhāng)and 面(miàn), often used for branches, sticks, poles, tables, or beds.

This video includes four Measure words: 株(zhū),枝(zhī), 棵(kē),朵(duǒ), often used for plants and flowers.

This video includes five Measure words: 本(běn),页(yè), 篇(piān),句(jù),and 套(tào), often used for books or articles.

This video includes three Measure words: 堂(táng),节(jié), and 门(mén), often used for courses, lessons or classes.

This video includes three Measure words: 辆(liàng),架(jià), and 列(liè), often used for vehicles, trains and planes.

This video includes two Measure words: 台(tái),and 部(bù), often used for machines and devices.

This video includes six Measure words: 家(jiā),栋(dòng), 所(suǒ),间(jiān) and 户(hù), often used for buildings, rooms, and families.

This video includes four Measure words: 阵(zhèn),届(jiè), 轮(luàn),and 番(fān), often used for events, performances or shows.

This video includes five Measure words: 首(shǒu),幅(fú), 曲(qǔ),场(chǎng) and 集(jí), often used for music, poems, and movies.

This video includes three Measure words: 双(shuān),对(duì),and 副(fù), often used for things in pairs

This video includes five Measure words: 次(chì),趟(tàng),回(huí),顿(dùn) and 遍(biàn), often used for enumerating things.

This video includes five Measure words: 小时(xiǎo shí),天(tiān),星期(xīn qī),月(yuè) and 年(nián), often used for different time units.

This video includes three Measure words: 款(kuǎn),种(zhǎng), and 类(liè), often used to classify things.

This video includes four Measure words: 排(pái),列(liè),对(duì) and 行(háng), often used for things in lines or rows.

This video includes six Measure words: 卷(juǎn),件(jiàn),些(xiē),点(diǎn),盏(zhǎn), and 则(zé), often used for rolling things, clothes, lamps, news, etc.

Good to know

Know what's good
, what to watch for
, and possible dealbreakers
Uses real-life examples and scenarios to better contextualize concepts
Covers a wide range of real-life situations to ensure comprehensive understanding
Offers multiple collocations for each measure word, expanding vocabulary
Taught by experienced instructors with a strong understanding of language learning
Systematic approach to learning different measure words, making them easier to remember
Course duration is not specified, allowing learners to progress at their own pace

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Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in The 100 Most Common Chinese Measure Words with these activities:
Learn to use the concept of measure words
Familiarize yourself with the basic concept of measure words to ensure success in this course
Browse courses on Chinese Language
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  • Research the definition of measure words
  • Identify examples of measure words in English
  • Translate a passage of text containing measure words
Watch videos or documentaries about Chinese culture
Watching videos or documentaries about Chinese culture can help you to learn more about the context in which measure words are used.
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  • Find a video or documentary that interests you.
  • Watch the video or documentary.
  • Pay attention to the way that measure words are used in the video or documentary.
  • Look up any measure words that you don't understand.
  • Write down some examples of how measure words are used in the video or documentary.
Create a mind map
Creating a mind map can help you understand how different measure words are related to each other and to the objects they measure.
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  • Brainstorm a list of the measure words you have learned.
  • Create a central node in your mind map for each measure word.
  • Draw branches off of each central node for the different objects that the measure word can be used to count.
  • Add notes to your mind map to explain the relationship between the measure word and the objects it can be used to count.
  • Review your mind map regularly to reinforce your learning.
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Practice using measure words in sentences
Develop fluency using measure words in Chinese sentences
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  • Write a series of sentences using different measure words
  • Translate a passage of text into Chinese, paying attention to measure words
  • Complete exercises from a Chinese language textbook or online resource
Join a language exchange group or take a conversation class
Joining a language exchange group or taking a conversation class can help you to practice using measure words in real-world situations.
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  • Find a language exchange group or conversation class that meets your needs.
  • Attend the group or class regularly.
  • Participate in conversations with other learners.
  • Use measure words in your conversations.
  • Don't be afraid to make mistakes!
Watch videos or tutorials about measure words
This activity will help you reinforce your understanding of measure words by watching videos or tutorials about them. Watching and listening to someone else explain measure words can help you better understand how to use them correctly.
Browse courses on Chinese Grammar
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  • Search for videos or tutorials about measure words on YouTube or other online platforms.
  • Watch the videos or tutorials and take notes on the key points.
  • Review your notes and try to apply what you have learned to your own Chinese studies.
Discuss measure words with a classmate or tutor
This activity will help you deepen your understanding of measure words by discussing them with a classmate or tutor. Talking about measure words with someone else can help you identify areas where you need more practice and get feedback on your progress.
Browse courses on Chinese Grammar
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  • Find a classmate or tutor who is willing to discuss measure words with you.
  • Schedule a time to meet and discuss measure words.
  • Come to your meeting prepared with questions or topics that you want to discuss.
  • Take notes during your discussion and review them afterwards.
Practice using measure words in sentences
Practicing using measure words in sentences will help you to become more comfortable using them in your own speech and writing.
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  • Find a partner or group of classmates to practice with.
  • Take turns giving each other sentences to translate.
  • Make sure to use a variety of measure words in your sentences.
  • If you make a mistake, don't worry! Just ask your partner or group members for help.
  • Practice regularly to improve your fluency.
Practice using measure words in sentences
This activity will help you solidify your understanding of measure words by practicing using them in sentences. If you can use measure words correctly, then you are more likely to be able to understand and communicate in Chinese.
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  • Review the different measure words that you have learned.
  • Create a list of 10 sentences that use measure words correctly.
  • Share your sentences with a classmate or teacher and get feedback.
Create a poster or infographic about measure words
This activity will help you solidify your understanding of measure words by creating a poster or infographic about them. A visual representation can help you better remember the different measure words and how to use them correctly.
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  • Gather information about measure words from your textbook, class notes, or online resources.
  • Decide what type of poster or infographic you want to create.
  • Design and create your poster or infographic.
  • Share your poster or infographic with your classmates or teacher.
Write a short story or dialogue that uses measure words correctly
This activity will help you improve your ability to use measure words correctly by writing a short story or dialogue that uses them. Writing in Chinese can help you solidify your understanding of the language and improve your fluency.
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  • Choose a topic for your story or dialogue.
  • Write your story or dialogue in Chinese, making sure to use measure words correctly.
  • Share your story or dialogue with your teacher or classmates for feedback.
Write a short story using a variety of measure words
Demonstrate your understanding and creativity by using measure words in a practical context
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  • Choose a topic and brainstorm ideas
  • Write a draft of your story
  • Revise and edit your story
  • Share your story with a Chinese language partner or tutor for feedback
Write a story or dialogue that uses a variety of measure words
Writing a story or dialogue that uses a variety of measure words will help you to practice using them in a more creative way.
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  • Brainstorm a list of the measure words you have learned.
  • Choose a topic for your story or dialogue.
  • Write a draft of your story or dialogue.
  • Check your work for errors.
  • Revise and edit your work.

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