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“years” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinsuì yuè

Example

岁月过得真快。suì yuè guò de zhēn kuài

The years pass so quickly.

Illustration for 岁月 (years)

How to say “years” in Chinese

“Years” in Chinese is 岁月 (suì yuè).

The accumulated stretch of time viewed through the changes it brings.

Full entry for 岁月: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 岁月

我们应该珍惜岁月,不要虚度光阴。wǒ men yīng gāi zhēn xī suì yuè bú yào xū dù guāng yīn

We should treasure the years and not waste time.

Tips for using 岁月

  • A plain English "years" often sounds like a count, but 岁月 (suìyuè, "years and months") can make the same period sound remembered or passing, giving it a more reflective tone.

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