延期
To delay or postpone an event or a deadline to a later time. Essential for workplace communication and scheduling.
Examples
3 of 5我的签证快到期了，需要办理延期。
My visa is about to expire, I need to apply for an extension.
鉴于目前的情况，我们决定将会议延期一周。
Given the current situation, we have decided to postpone the meeting for one week.
能不能把交作业的时间延期一下？
Can we postpone the homework deadline a bit?
Word Family
Memory Tip
‘延’ (extend) + ‘期’ (period). Extending the period.
Quick Quiz
因为病假，他申请将项目的截止日期___。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 延期
Examples
我的签证快到期了，需要办理延期。
everydayMy visa is about to expire, I need to apply for an extension.
鉴于目前的情况，我们决定将会议延期一周。
formalGiven the current situation, we have decided to postpone the meeting for one week.
能不能把交作业的时间延期一下？
informalCan we postpone the homework deadline a bit?
项目的延期导致了预算的大幅增加。
academicThe postponement of the project led to a significant increase in the budget.
我们需要向客户解释交货延期的原因。
businessWe need to explain the reasons for the delivery delay to the customer.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
无限期延期
postponed indefinitely
延期付款
deferred payment
合同延期
contract extension
Often Confused With
‘延迟’ emphasizes a delay in progress or time; ‘延期’ specifically refers to moving a set date/period to a later one.
Usage Notes
Commonly used for deadlines, events, or visas.
Common Mistakes
Do not confuse with '到期' (expire/due).
Memory Tip
‘延’ (extend) + ‘期’ (period). Extending the period.
Word Origin
‘延’ (to stretch out/extend) + ‘期’ (a period of time).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
因为病假，他申请将项目的截止日期___。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 延期
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