Chinese · Daily Life
起床
qǐchuáng
To get up
Beginnerverb
Definition
To get out of bed in the morning.
Example
我每天七点起床。
I get up at seven every day.
Etymology
起床 (qǐchuáng) means 'get up' and literally combines 'rise' (起) and 'bed' (床). This term reflects the daily routine and the importance of rest in Chinese life.
How & Where It’s Used
Commonly used in informal settings, both spoken and written, the term is easily understood in all Mandarin-speaking regions.