HSK 4 vocabulary

Question 1

数量

Answer 1

quantity; amount; CL:个

• 这几个月来，顾客的数量在不断增加。
• Zhè jǐ gè yuè lái, gùkè de shùliàng zài bùduàn zēngjiā
• Over the past few months, the number of customers has been increasing

数量 (shùliàng):

“数量” refers to “quantity” or “amount.” It represents the measurement or count of objects or items. It is used to describe how many of something there are.
Example: 这个箱子里有大量的书。 (Zhège xiāngzi lǐ yǒu dàliàng de shū.) There are a large quantity of books in this box.
数字 (shùzì):

“数字” means “number” or “numeral.” It represents numerical values or digits used for counting, measuring, or performing mathematical operations.
Example: 请告诉我你的电话号码的数字。 (Qǐng gàosu wǒ nǐ de diànhuà hàomǎ de shùzì.) Please tell me the numbers in your phone number.
In summary, “数量” is about the quantity or amount of something, while “数字” refers specifically to numbers or numerals used in counting and calculations.

Question 2

顺便

Answer 2

顺利 (shùnlì): smoothly; without a hitch

“顺利” means “smooth” or “successfully.” It is used to describe a situation or process that proceeds without obstacles or difficulties. When something goes well without interruptions, it can be described as “顺利.”

Example: 他的考试顺利通过了。 (Tā de kǎoshì shùnlì tōngguò le.) He passed his exam smoothly.

In summary, “顺利” describes something going smoothly or successfully, while “顺便” indicates that something is done incidentally or as a side task while focusing on another primary task.

Question 3

顺利