Days of the week

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People traveling to China during weekdays can greatly enhance their experience by learning basic days-of-the-week phrases in Mandarin. Knowing how to say 'Monday' (一(yī)月(yuè)的第一(dì)天(tiān), yīyuè de dì yi tiān) and 'Friday' (星期五(xīngqīwǔ)), xīngqī wǔ) can help them plan their week with local colleagues or arrange meetings in Chinese companies. This knowledge also allows for easier communication when discussing schedules, days off, or workdays.

For expats living in China and navigating daily life, understanding the days-of-the-week is essential. They can use Mandarin phrases to greet neighbors, ask about holidays, or participate in local customs. For example, knowing 'Tuesday' (星期二(xīngqīer)) and 'Saturday' (星期六(xīngqīliù)) will enable them to join community events or plan weekend activities with friends. This proficiency not only simplifies everyday interactions but also deepens their cultural immersion.

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Today is Monday.


今天是星期一。

Tomorrow will be Tuesday.


明天将是星期二。

Yesterday was Sunday.


昨天是星期日。

It's Wednesday today.


今天是周三。

The day after tomorrow is Friday.


后天是星期五。

This weekend is on Saturday and Sunday.


这个周末是星期六和星期日。

Last Thursday was a busy day.


上周四是个忙碌的一天。

Next week starts with Monday.


Next week starts with Monday.

What day is it today?


今天是星期几?

Today is the first day of the week.


今天是一周中的第一天。

Yesterday, I went to church on Sunday.


昨天,我在星期天去了教堂。

Tomorrow, we have plans for Tuesday.


明天我们有周二的计划。

Monday morning always feels long.


周一的早晨总是感觉很长。

It's Thursday already; time flies!


已经是周四了;时间过得真快!

Last Friday was a great day out with friends.


上周五和朋友们出去玩了一天,很愉快。

This Saturday marks the start of the weekend.


这个星期六标志着周末的开始。

The day before yesterday was Wednesday.


前天是星期三。

Next week is when I travel on Monday.


下周我将在星期一出行。

Today, it's Friday and we're going to the park.


今天是周五,我们去公园。

I have an appointment for Tuesday this week.


我这周星期二有个预约。