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清明节 (qīng míng jié)

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

清明节 is a traditional Chinese festival that takes place on April 4th or 5th of each year. It is a time for people to honor and remember their ancestors by visiting their graves, cleaning the tombstones, and making offerings.

AP course connection

Topic 5.1: 5.1 Chinese Holidays and Celebrations

Unit 5

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