Chinese
dúshū
Meaning: to study; to read a book; to attend school
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

他在房間裡安靜地讀書。
他在房间里安静地读书。
He is quietly reading a book in his room.
我有時去圖書館讀書。
I sometimes go to the library to study.
父親少時常在河邊讀書。
My father often studied by the river when he was young.
除了讀書以外,他還喜歡運動。
Besides studying, he also likes sports.
我們班上的讀書風氣非常良好。
The study atmosphere in our class is very good.

Usage Notes

Can refer to the physical act of reading or the general pursuit of education.

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