Y HSK 4 Vocabulary

Browse 84 HSK 4 Vocabulary entries for Chinese under Y.

Pinyin Y

以及 yǐ jí As well as; and; along with. A formal conjunction used to connect words, phrases, or clauses, typically in written Chinese.
研究 yán jiū To research; to study; to investigate. Also used as a noun meaning research or study.
应 yīng Should; ought to (yīng); to respond; to comply (yìng). As a modal verb it expresses obligation or expectation; as a main verb it means to...
严重 yán zhòng Serious; severe; grave. Describes a situation, problem, or condition of significant concern or danger.
引起 yǐn qǐ To cause; to arouse; to trigger; to give rise to. To be the reason why something happens or why a feeling or reaction occurs.
阅读 yuè dú To read; reading. The activity of looking at and understanding written text.
医疗 yī liáo Medical care; healthcare. Relates to the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease.
原则 yuán zé Principle; rule. A fundamental standard or belief that guides behaviour and decision-making.
呀 ya Sentence-final or mid-sentence particle that softens tone, expresses surprise, enthusiasm, or gentle urging.
于是 yú shì Therefore; so; as a result; thereupon. A conjunction used to introduce a consequence or the next step that follows naturally from a situa...
运用 yùn yòng To use; to apply; to utilise; to put into practice. To make practical use of knowledge, skills, or methods.
移民 yí mín To emigrate or immigrate; an immigrant or emigrant. Refers to the act of permanently moving to another country, or to a person who has do...
优秀 yōu xiù Outstanding; excellent. Describes someone or something that stands out clearly above others in quality or achievement.
移动 yí dòng To move; to shift. Also used as an attributive adjective meaning mobile or portable.
遇到 yù dào To run into; to encounter; to come across. To meet a person or situation unexpectedly.
依然 yī rán Still; as before; as ever. Indicates that a state, situation, or appearance remains unchanged over time.
严格 yán gé Strict; rigorous; exacting. Describes adherence to high or demanding standards without flexibility.
预测 yù cè To predict; to forecast. To estimate what will happen in the future based on available information or analysis.
有趣 yǒu qù Interesting; fun; amusing. Describes something that arouses curiosity, enjoyment, or laughter.
赢得 yíng dé To win; to gain; to earn. Used when someone obtains something desirable through effort, competition, or ability.
一致 yī zhì Consistent; unanimous; in agreement. Describes a state where things match, agree, or are in harmony.
有限 yǒu xiàn Limited; finite. Describes something that is restricted in quantity, scope, or extent.
医学 yī xué Medicine; medical science. The academic and scientific study of the human body, disease, and treatment.
药物 yào wù Medicine; medication; drug. A substance used for treating illness or managing health conditions.
义务 yì wù Duty; obligation; moral or legal responsibility. Something one is bound to do, either by law, social norms, or moral conscience.
引 yǐn To lead; to guide; to draw. A versatile verb meaning to guide someone to a place, draw attention towards something, or cite a source.
引导 yǐn dǎo To guide; to lead; to direct. To show someone the correct path or to steer them in the right direction, whether physically, intellectuall...
引进 yǐn jìn To introduce; to bring in; to import. To adopt or incorporate something from outside — typically technology, talent, investment, or conce...
演讲 yǎn jiǎng To give a speech; to deliver a lecture. Also used as a noun meaning a speech or address.
勇气 yǒng qì Courage; bravery. The inner strength to face fear, danger, or difficulty.
依靠 yī kào To rely on; to depend on; to lean on. Also used as a noun meaning a support or something one can rely on.
延长 yán cháng To extend; to prolong; to lengthen. Refers to making something last longer or making a physical object longer.
勇敢 yǒng gǎn Brave; courageous. Describes someone who faces danger, difficulty, or fear without backing down.
营业 yíng yè To do business; to be open for business. Refers to a shop, restaurant, or company being in operation and serving customers.
遗产 yí chǎn Heritage; inheritance; legacy. Refers to property or wealth left by a deceased person, or to cultural and historical assets passed down t...
运动员 yùn dòng yuán Athlete; sportsperson. A person who trains in and competes in sports, either professionally or as a dedicated amateur.
研究生 yán jiū shēng Graduate student; postgraduate student. A student studying for a master's or doctoral degree.
延续 yán xù To continue; to last; to carry on. Describes something persisting or going on over time.
原料 yuán liào Raw material; ingredient. The basic materials used in manufacturing or cooking before they are processed or transformed.
月底 yuè dǐ End of the month. The final days of a calendar month, typically referring to around the 25th to the last day.
眼泪 yǎn lèi Tears. The fluid that flows from the eyes when crying or experiencing strong emotion.
遇见 yù jiàn To meet by chance; to encounter. To come across someone unexpectedly.
移 yí To move; to shift; to transfer. Describes changing the position of something or someone.
疑问 yí wèn Question; doubt; query. Something that is unclear or uncertain, or a question one wishes to have answered.
语音 yǔ yīn Pronunciation; phonology; voice; speech sound. Refers to the sound system of a language or to synthesised/recorded voice.
眼镜 yǎn jìng Glasses; spectacles. Corrective lenses worn on the face to improve vision.
研制 yán zhì To develop; to research and manufacture. Refers to the process of researching and creating a new product, technology, or material.
盐 yán Salt. The common mineral used in cooking and food preservation.
用途 yòng tú Use; purpose; application. What something is used for or the range of uses it has.
圆 yuán Round; circular; a circle. Describes a perfectly curved shape with no corners or edges. Also used figuratively to mean complete or satisf...
遇 yù To meet; to encounter; to come across. To happen upon something or someone, often unexpectedly.
严 yán Strict; severe; stern. Describes a demanding standard, tight discipline, or a rigorous attitude.
幼儿园 yòu ér yuán Kindergarten; preschool. The educational institution for young children before they begin primary school, typically ages three to six.
玉米 yù mǐ Corn; maize. A cereal grain originating from the Americas, now one of China's most widely grown crops.
约会 yuē huì A date; an appointment. To arrange to meet someone at a specific time and place; the meeting itself.
优良 yōu liáng Excellent; fine; good quality. Describes something of superior or commendably high standard.
牙 yá Tooth; teeth. Refers to the hard structures in the mouth used for biting and chewing.
眼里 yǎn li In one's eyes; in someone's view. Used to express a person's perspective or what they see or value.
运气 yùn qi Luck; fortune. The force of chance that brings good or bad outcomes, independent of effort or skill.
遗传 yí chuán Heredity; genetic inheritance. The passing of physical or genetic traits from parents to children through biological processes.
业余 yè yú Amateur; leisure; spare-time. Describes something done outside of one's profession, or done for enjoyment rather than payment.
腰 yāo Waist; lower back. The part of the body between the ribs and the hips.
一律 yī lǜ Without exception; uniformly; all. Indicates that a rule or state applies to every case with no exceptions.
以内 yǐ nèi Within; inside (a specified limit or range). Used to indicate that something falls within a particular boundary, time frame, or quantity.
一再 yī zài Repeatedly; again and again; time and again. Describes an action that occurs multiple times.
影子 yǐng zi Shadow; silhouette; reflection. The dark shape cast by an object blocking light, or a faint image or trace of something.
语法 yǔ fǎ Grammar. The system of rules governing the structure of sentences in a language.
运动会 yùn dòng huì Sports meet; athletic meeting; sports day. An organised event where athletes or students compete in various sports.
玉 yù Jade. A precious stone highly valued in Chinese culture for its beauty, hardness, and spiritual significance.
养成 yǎng chéng To cultivate; to form; to develop. Refers to gradually building a habit, character trait, or ability through repeated practice.
议论 yì lùn To comment on; to discuss; to talk about; discussion; commentary. Refers to talking about or evaluating someone or something, often in a ...
英勇 yīng yǒng Brave; heroic; valiant. Describing someone who displays exceptional courage, especially in the face of danger or adversity.
延期 yán qī To postpone; to defer; to delay. Refers to pushing a scheduled event or deadline to a later time.
圆满 yuán mǎn Satisfactory; perfect; successful; complete. Describes an outcome that meets or exceeds expectations with no shortcomings.
预订 yù dìng To reserve; to book in advance. To arrange to have something (a table, room, ticket) held for you at a future time.
阳台 yáng tái Balcony. An outdoor platform projecting from the wall of a building, typically accessible from inside a flat.
优美 yōu měi Graceful; elegant; beautiful. Describes something that is pleasing in an refined or aesthetically harmonious way.
摇 yáo To shake; to rock; to sway. Describes a back-and-forth or oscillating motion.
叶子 yè zi Leaf; leaves. The flat, green parts of a plant or tree that grow from branches or stems.
邮局 yóu jú Post office. The government-run institution for sending letters, parcels, and money orders.
一般来说 yī bān lái shuō Generally speaking; in general; as a rule. Used to introduce a statement that is true in most cases but may have exceptions.
亚运会 Yà yùn huì The Asian Games. The largest multi-sport event in Asia, held every four years.
牙刷 yá shuā Toothbrush. The tool used for cleaning teeth.
有劲儿 yǒu jìnr Energetic; strong; exciting; fun. Describes having physical energy, or something being vigorous and enjoyable.