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周
zhōu
Description
“周”常常用来表示一个星期，比如“一周”就是七天。
"周" is often used to mean a week, for example, "一周" means seven days.
它也可以表示“周围”或“全部”，还是一个常见的姓。
It can also mean "around" or "all", and is a common surname.
Meanings
周zhōu
week
这一周我很忙。
I was very busy this week.
周zhōu
around; surroundings; circumference
房子四周都是树。
The house is surrounded by trees.
周zhōu
complete; thorough
他考虑得很周到。
He thought it through carefully.
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Notes
- Nuance
周 and 星期 both mean 'week'; 周 is a bit more formal or concise.
- Etymology
originally depicts a field, extended to meanings of 'encircle' and 'complete'.
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