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And yes, the week is not Chinese tradition but Judeo-Christian.  
And yes, the week is not Chinese tradition but Judeo-Christian.  


===Which calendar is used in China?===
The Chinese calendar is a lunar calendar.


It is still very much used for traditional celebrations and birthdays.
For work and administration, the so-called "solar calendar" is used.


===Ask for a date in Mandarin Chinese===
===Ask for a date in Mandarin Chinese===
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<blockquote>My birthday is on March 21st.</blockquote>
<blockquote>My birthday is on March 21st.</blockquote>


===Which calendar is used in China?===
The Chinese calendar is a lunar calendar.


It is still very much used for traditional celebrations and birthdays.
For work and administration, the so-called "solar calendar" is used.
=="How old are you?" in Mandarin Chinese==
=="How old are you?" in Mandarin Chinese==


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