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How to Say “Pack your school bag” in Chinese

整理书包
zhěnglǐ shūbāo
Pack your school bag · trad. 整理書包
A child carefully puts books and supplies into a colorful backpack, illustrating “pack your school bag” in Chinese: 整理书包 (zhěnglǐ shūbāo)

整理书包 (zhěnglǐ shūbāo) means to pack or organize one's school bag. It often refers to the routine of getting ready for school, making sure all necessary items are in order.

What does 整理书包 (zhěnglǐ shūbāo) mean?

整理书包 (zhěnglǐ shūbāo) means “pack your school bag” in English. Word for word, it breaks down as “organize school bag.”

When to use it

Neutral and common, especially when talking about children's school preparations. It implies putting things in order, not just throwing them in.

How to pronounce it

Sounds like “juhng-lee shoo-BAOW.” The first syllable of 整理 has a rising tone, while the second is a third tone. 书包 has a first tone followed by a first tone.

Other ways to say it

  • 整理房间zhěnglǐ fángjiānorganize the room
  • 收拾东西shōushi dōngxitidy up things
  • 准备书包zhǔnbèi shūbāoprepare the school bag

Examples

每天晚上,我都会整理书包。
měitiān wǎnshang, wǒ dōu huì zhěnglǐ shūbāo.
Every evening, I pack my school bag.
请你整理书包,明天要用的书都放进去。
qǐng nǐ zhěnglǐ shūbāo, míngtiān yào yòng de shū dōu fàng jìnqù.
Please pack your school bag; put all the books you'll need tomorrow inside.
妈妈叫我整理书包,不要忘记带作业。
māma jiào wǒ zhěnglǐ shūbāo, bù yào wàngjì dài zuòyè.
Mom told me to pack my school bag and not forget to bring my homework.
Pro tip: 整理 (zhěnglǐ) emphasizes organizing and tidying, not just putting items into a bag. It implies a systematic approach to ensure everything is in its proper place.

Related phrases

汪汪 · Woof woof喵喵 · Meow meow写作业了 · Time for homework
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