平时 (píngshí) — how to say "usually" in Chinese

平时

Usually, ordinarily

Radicals / Keys

Dry

#51 · gān · 3 strokes

Sun

#72 · · 4 strokes

Synonyms

往常

usually, always; in the past

wǎng cháng · past habitual

Examples

平时工作很努力,但是周末的时候一定会放松自己,陪家人或者做喜欢的事情。

He usually works very hard, but on weekends he definitely relaxes, spends time with family or does things he enjoys.

平时很忙。

I am usually very busy.

Frequently asked questions

How do you say "usually" in Chinese?

"usually" in Chinese is 平时 (píngshí).

What does 平时 mean in English?

平时 (píngshí) means "Usually, ordinarily".

How is 平时 pronounced?

It is pronounced píngshí (written as pingshi). You can listen to the pronunciation on this page.

How do you write "usually" in Chinese characters?

It is written 平时.

What HSK level is 平时?

平时 belongs to the HSK 4 vocabulary list.

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