读书
Basic Meaning
v
读书 is a very common verb that covers the physical act of reading, the process of studying academic subjects, and the general state of being a student. The specific meaning is often clear from context. It is neutral and can be used for both leisure and academic reading.
To read (a book); to study (one's lessons); to attend school.
①看着书本，出声地或不出声地读：～声ㄧ～笔记 ㄧ～得间（读书时能发现问题）。②指学习功课：他～很用功。③指上学：当时，我还在～ㄧ他在那个中学读过一年书。
Sentences:
- 她每天晚上都会读书一个小时。She reads (a book) for an hour every night.
- 你要专心读书，才能取得好成绩。You need to focus on your studies to get good grades.
- 我妹妹还在读书，明年才大学毕业。My younger sister is still in school (attending university); she will graduate next year.