Chinese
gōngkè
Meaning: homework; schoolwork
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

功課
功
課
功课
功
课

Example sentences

There is a lot of homework today.
他因身體狀況不佳,功課進度落後很多。
他因身体状况不佳,功课进度落后很多。
He fell far behind in his schoolwork due to poor health.
媽媽總是釘著我做功課。
妈妈总是钉著我做功课。
Mom is always watching me closely to do my homework.
考試前,我得把昨天的功課再溫習一遍。
考试前,我得把昨天的功课再温习一遍。
Before the exam, I have to review yesterday's homework once more.

Usage Notes

Refers to work assigned by a teacher to be done outside of class.

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