C HSK 7-9 Vocabulary

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Pinyin C

产 chǎn To produce; to give birth; to yield. Also: property; output.
财政 cái zhèng Public finance; fiscal affairs; government revenue and expenditure. The financial management of governments.
呈现 chéng xiàn To present; to show; to display; to exhibit. Describes something appearing or being manifested.
从未 cóng wèi Never; have never. A formal adverb emphasizing that something has not happened at any point in time.
摧毁 cuī huǐ To destroy; to demolish; to annihilate. A verb describing complete destruction of something physical or abstract.
惩罚 chéng fá To punish; punishment. The act of penalizing someone for wrongdoing.
创 chuàng To create; to found; to establish. To bring something new into existence.
持 chí To hold; to grasp; to maintain; to persist. Also used in compounds for various meanings.
财务 cái wù Finance; financial affairs; accounting. The management and administration of money and accounts.
草案 cǎo àn Draft; preliminary version of a document, law, or plan.
穿着 chuān zhuó Attire; clothing; dress. What someone is wearing or their style of dress.
传奇 chuán qí Legend; legendary; saga. A remarkable story or person that has achieved legendary status.
出身 chū shēn Family background; origin; class background; to come from (a background).
称呼 chēng hu To address; to call (someone by a name or title). Also used as a noun meaning 'form of address' or 'title.'
产值 chǎn zhí Output value; production value. The monetary value of goods or services produced within a given period or by a given entity.
产物 chǎn wù Product; outcome; result. Something that arises from a particular process, environment, or set of conditions.
采 cǎi To pick; to gather; to collect; to mine. The action of harvesting or extracting something.
出道 chū dào To debut; to make one's professional debut (especially in entertainment).
纯粹 chún cuì Pure; sheer; purely; simply. Describes something unmixed or unadulterated, or used as an adverb meaning 'simply' or 'nothing but.'
穿越 chuān yuè To traverse; to cross; to travel through (time or space). Often used for time travel in fiction.
慈善 cí shàn Charitable; philanthropic. Describes actions, organizations, or sentiments related to helping those in need through donations or voluntee...
财经 cái jīng Finance and economics; financial and economic matters. The combined field of finance and economy.
成年 chéng nián To come of age; to reach adulthood. Also used as a noun meaning 'adult' or adjective meaning 'adult-aged.'
穿过 chuān guò To pass through; to go through; to cross. To move from one side to the other of something.
扯 chě To pull; to tear; to talk nonsense; to chat aimlessly. A versatile colloquial verb.
处置 chǔ zhì To handle; to deal with; to dispose of. Often implies dealing with problems, violations, or difficult situations.
长达 cháng dá As long as; lasting; extending to. Used to emphasise that a duration or length reaches or exceeds a notably large quantity.
出版社 chū bǎn shè Publishing house; publisher; publishing company.
创始人 chuàng shǐ rén Founder; originator. The person who establishes or creates an organization, company, or movement.
脆弱 cuì ruò Fragile; vulnerable; delicate. Describes something easily broken, damaged, or emotionally sensitive.
筹备 chóu bèi To prepare; to make preparations for; to get ready for (an event or project).
裁决 cái jué To adjudicate; to arbitrate; ruling; judgment. A formal decision resolving a dispute.
残忍 cán rěn Cruel; ruthless; brutal. Describes a person, act, or situation that inflicts severe pain or harm without mercy or remorse.
出卖 chū mài To sell out; to betray; to sell (literally or figuratively).
从来不 cóng lái bù Never; have never. An emphatic phrase expressing that something has not happened at any point.
出自 chū zì To come from; to originate from; to be from (a source, author, or origin).
储备 chǔ bèi To stockpile; to reserve; reserves; stockpile. Both the act of saving resources and the resources themselves.
阐述 chǎn shù To expound; to elaborate; to set forth in detail. To explain or develop an idea, position, or viewpoint systematically.
丑闻 chǒu wén Scandal; disgraceful incident; shameful affair.
处境 chǔ jìng Situation; circumstances; plight. Refers to someone's current state or condition, often with negative connotations.
撤 chè To withdraw; to remove; to retreat. Used for removing people, things, or positions.
趁 chèn While; taking advantage of (a time or opportunity). A preposition indicating doing something when conditions are favorable.
仇恨 chóu hèn Hatred; deep-seated animosity; intense hostility.
尺度 chǐ dù Scale; standard; degree; extent. A measure or criterion for evaluation.
操控 cāo kòng To operate and control; to manipulate. Used for machines, systems, markets, or people.
丛林 cóng lín Jungle; forest; thicket. A dense growth of trees and vegetation, typically tropical or subtropical.
嘲笑 cháo xiào To laugh at; to mock; to ridicule. To express derision through laughter or mocking comments.
陈述 chén shù To state; to declare; to present (facts or arguments). A formal way of expressing or explaining something.
参见 cān jiàn See also; refer to. A directive used in academic, legal, and official texts to point readers toward related content, footnotes, or cross-...
采集 cǎi jí To collect; to gather; to harvest. Systematically gathering samples, data, or natural materials.
车祸 chē huò Car accident; traffic accident. A collision or crash involving vehicles.
充 chōng To fill; to charge (a battery or account); to serve as; to pretend to be.
槽 cáo Trough; groove; slot; manger. A long narrow container or channel.
倡议 chàng yì To propose; to advocate; an initiative or proposal. Used for suggesting actions or policies to a group.
除此之外 chú cǐ zhī wài Apart from this; besides this; in addition to this; other than this.
出手 chū shǒu To make a move; to take action; to strike; to sell off; manner of giving.
传闻 chuán wén Rumor; hearsay; it is said. Information passed by word of mouth, often unverified.
船舶 chuán bó Ships and vessels; shipping; watercraft. A formal term for boats and ships collectively.
出任 chū rèn To take up a post; to assume office; to serve as.
传承 chuán chéng To inherit and pass on; inheritance; heritage. The continuation of traditions, skills, or culture across generations.
赐 cì To bestow; to grant; to confer. A formal verb meaning to give something (usually from a superior to an inferior).
出境 chū jìng To leave a country; to exit the border; outbound (travel).
初次 chū cì For the first time; initial; first (occurrence).
澄清 chéng qīng To clarify; to clear up. As an adjective, clear, limpid, or transparent.
参谋 cān móu Staff officer (military noun); to advise or serve as a consultant (verb). As a noun, a military officer assisting a commander in strategi...
充实 chōng shí Substantial; rich; fulfilling. As a verb: to enrich; to substantiate.
持久 chí jiǔ Lasting; enduring; long-lasting. Able to continue for a long time.
车厢 chē xiāng Carriage; train car; railway coach. A compartment of a train or the body of a vehicle.
重返 chóng fǎn To return to; to go back to (a place, position, or state).
常态 cháng tài Normal state; normality; the usual condition. The ordinary, expected state of affairs.
促成 cù chéng To facilitate; to bring about; to help make happen. A verb meaning to actively contribute to making something occur.
彩虹 cǎi hóng Rainbow. A multicolored arc of light formed by the refraction and reflection of sunlight through water droplets, typically seen after rain.
出资 chū zī To invest; to fund; to provide capital; to put up money.
传染 chuán rǎn To infect; to spread (disease); contagious. The transmission of disease from one person or organism to another.
产地 chǎn dì Place of origin; production area. Where a product is produced or grown.
重申 chóng shēn To reiterate; to reaffirm; to restate emphatically.
从业 cóng yè To be engaged in (a profession); to practice (a trade). A formal verb describing working in a particular field or industry.
凑 còu To gather together; to pool; to make do. A versatile verb meaning to bring things together or approach.
财物 cái wù Property; belongings; valuables. Money and physical possessions considered together.
裁定 cái dìng To rule; to adjudicate; to hand down a decision. A formal judgment made by an authority.
称作 chēng zuò To be called; to be known as; to refer to as. Used when naming or designating something.
参照 cān zhào To refer to; to use as a reference or model; to follow in accordance with. Indicates taking something as a guide, benchmark, or standard ...
挫折 cuò zhé Setback; frustration; failure. A noun or verb describing obstacles or defeats encountered while pursuing a goal.
测验 cè yàn Test; quiz. A formal or informal assessment of knowledge or ability.
除外 chú wài To exclude; to leave out; except for. Used to specify that something is not included in a group or category.
城墙 chéng qiáng City wall; fortification wall. The defensive walls built around ancient Chinese cities.
畅销 chàng xiāo To sell well; bestselling. Describes products or works that have strong sales.
残 cán To harm or injure; to damage or destroy. Also used as an adjective meaning incomplete, broken, waning, or physically disabled. A morpheme...
戳 chuō To poke; to jab; to stamp. A verb describing a quick, pointed thrusting motion, or stamping a seal. Also used colloquially for touchscree...
侧面 cè miàn Side; flank; lateral aspect. Also used figuratively for an indirect perspective or angle.
偿还 cháng huán To repay; to pay back (a debt, loan, or obligation). Used for financial debts as well as metaphorical debts of gratitude.
耻辱 chǐ rǔ Shame; disgrace; humiliation. A feeling or state of being dishonored.
长征 cháng zhēng Long March; long expedition. Historically, the Chinese Communist Party's strategic military retreat (1934–1935). More broadly, any arduou...
丑陋 chǒu lòu Ugly; unsightly; hideous (primarily physical appearance).
充当 chōng dāng To serve as; to act as; to play the role of.
缠 chán To wind around; to entangle; to pester. To coil around something or to persistently bother someone.
厂家 chǎng jiā Manufacturer; factory; producer. Refers to the company or facility that makes products.
迟早 chí zǎo Sooner or later; eventually; it's only a matter of time.
车间 chē jiān Workshop; factory floor. The area in a factory where production takes place.
翅膀 chì bǎng Wing; wings. The appendages used by birds and insects for flying.
抽象 chōu xiàng Abstract; not concrete or tangible; theoretical.
创伤 chuāng shāng Trauma; wound; injury. Both physical wounds and psychological trauma.
蠢 chǔn Stupid; foolish; dumb. A blunt adjective describing lack of intelligence or extremely poor judgment.
存放 cún fàng To store; to deposit; to keep. A verb meaning to place something in a location for safekeeping.
舱 cāng Cabin; compartment (of a ship, aircraft, or spacecraft).
筹 chóu To plan; to raise (funds); a counter or chip used in games.
辞 cí To resign; to decline; words/diction. A verb meaning to take leave or refuse, also used as a noun referring to words or rhetoric.
查处 chá chǔ To investigate and deal with; to investigate and penalise. Used of authorities taking action against violations.
察觉 chá jué To notice; to become aware of; to detect (often something subtle or hidden).
灿烂 càn làn Brilliant; dazzling; resplendent. Used of light, colours, smiles, culture, and futures.
成千上万 chéng qiān shàng wàn Thousands upon thousands; tens of thousands; a great many. An idiom emphasizing a very large quantity.
猜想 cāi xiǎng To guess; to conjecture; to suppose. Making an educated guess based on limited information.
插图 chā tú Illustration; picture inserted in a text. A visual image accompanying written content.
仇 chóu Hatred; enmity; a grudge; an enemy or foe.
传授 chuán shòu To teach; to impart; to pass on (knowledge or skills). The formal transmission of knowledge from teacher to student.
才华 cái huá Talent; brilliance; artistic or intellectual gifts. Outstanding ability, especially in creative or intellectual fields.
迟迟 chí chí Slowly; tardily; for a long time without result. Indicating prolonged delay.
催 cuī To urge; to press; to hurry someone. A verb meaning to push someone to do something faster or to remind them persistently.
出土 chū tǔ To be unearthed; to be excavated; (of archaeological artifacts) to be discovered.
出局 chū jú To be out; to be eliminated; to be knocked out (of a competition).
长期以来 cháng qī yǐ lái For a long time; over a prolonged period; ever since long ago. Indicates that something has been continuously the case over an extended p...
采矿 cǎi kuàng Mining; to mine. The extraction of minerals or other geological materials from the earth.
车型 chē xíng Vehicle model; car model. The specific type or model of a vehicle.
重现 chóng xiàn To reappear; to recur; to reproduce or recreate.
绰号 chuò hào Nickname; moniker. An informal name given to someone, often based on their appearance, personality, or a notable characteristic.
残留 cán liú To remain; to persist as a remnant or residue. Refers to traces, substances, or effects that are left over after the main part has been r...
朝着 cháo zhe Toward; facing; in the direction of. A preposition indicating direction or orientation.
盛 chéng To hold; to contain; to ladle (food). To put something into a container.
辞去 cí qù To resign from (a position); to give up (a post). A formal verb specifically meaning to step down from a role or position.
敞开 chǎng kāi To open wide; to leave wide open. Can refer to physical doors/windows or figuratively to hearts and minds.
纯洁 chún jié Pure; innocent; chaste. Describes moral or spiritual purity, especially innocence unmarred by worldly corruption.
苍蝇 cāng ying Housefly. Also used metaphorically for petty corrupt officials.
趁机 chèn jī To seize the opportunity; to take advantage of the chance. Doing something while the conditions are favorable.
出血 chū xiě To bleed; bleeding; hemorrhage. Also slang for spending a lot of money.
触动 chù dòng To touch emotionally; to move; to stir. To provoke an emotional response or trigger a reaction.
除去 chú qù To remove; to get rid of; to eliminate. As a preposition, except for, aside from.
次日 cì rì The next day; the following day. A formal term referring to the day after a mentioned date or event.
惨重 cǎn zhòng Extremely severe; disastrous (of losses or casualties). Describes damage, casualties, or defeat on a grave scale.
传染病 chuán rǎn bìng Infectious disease; contagious disease. Any disease that can spread from person to person or from animals to humans.
诚意 chéng yì Sincerity; good faith; genuine intention. The quality of being honest and meaning what one says.
储蓄 chǔ xù Savings; to save money. The act of depositing money in a bank or the accumulated savings.
陈列 chén liè To display; to exhibit; to arrange for show. Used for displaying goods, artworks, or museum pieces.
粗暴 cū bào Rough; brutal; crude. Describes behavior or actions that are forceful, violent, or lacking in delicacy.
钞票 chāo piào Banknote; paper money; cash. The physical currency in bill form.
承包 chéng bāo To contract; to undertake (a job); to take on a project. To accept responsibility for completing work.
筹划 chóu huà To plan; to scheme; to devise a strategy; planning.
抄袭 chāo xí To plagiarize; to copy (someone else's work). Used for academic dishonesty and intellectual property theft.
崇高 chóng gāo Lofty; sublime; noble. Describing something worthy of deep respect and admiration.
插手 chā shǒu To interfere; to stick one's nose in; to get involved in something.
重叠 chóng dié To overlap; to superimpose; overlapping.
财力 cái lì Financial resources; financial strength; economic power. The money and assets available to a person or organization.
宠 chǒng To spoil; to pamper; to dote on. Also: favor or affection from someone in power.
出演 chū yǎn To appear in (a film, play, or performance); to act in; to star in.
触犯 chù fàn To violate; to offend against; to break (laws, rules, taboos). To commit an offense by going against established norms.
磋商 cuō shāng To consult; to negotiate; to discuss. A formal verb meaning to exchange views and seek agreement on important matters.
粗鲁 cū lǔ Rude; crude; boorish. Describes behavior or manners that are rough, impolite, and lacking refinement.
催眠 cuī mián To hypnotize; hypnosis. The act or state of inducing a trance-like condition, or anything that causes sleepiness.
匆匆 cōng cōng Hurriedly; hastily; in a rush. Describes actions done quickly without enough time or care.
粗糙 cū cāo Rough; coarse; crude. Describes textures that are not smooth, or work that lacks refinement.
出示 chū shì To show; to produce; to present (documents, evidence, credentials).
承载 chéng zài To bear; to carry; to support (weight or responsibility). To hold or sustain something.
铲 chǎn To shovel; to dig up; to scrape off. To use a flat-bladed implement to move, lift, or remove material.
颤抖 chàn dǒu To tremble; to shiver; to shake. Involuntary shaking or vibration of the body, often due to cold, fear, strong emotion, or illness.
丑恶 chǒu è Ugly and evil; hideous; vile; morally repugnant.
筹码 chóu mǎ Chip; counter; bargaining chip; leverage.
喘 chuǎn To pant; to gasp; to breathe heavily. Labored breathing, typically from exertion or illness.
裁 cái To cut; to trim; to reduce (staff). Also means to judge or rule (as in arbitration).
惩处 chéng chǔ To punish; to penalize; to discipline. Formal punishment for wrongdoing.
惭愧 cán kuì Ashamed; feeling guilty or embarrassed by one's own shortcomings, failures, or behavior. A sincere sense of inner moral discomfort due to...
沉淀 chén diàn To precipitate; to settle; sediment; accumulation over time. Both a chemical process and a metaphor for maturation.
车轮 chē lún Wheel (of a vehicle). The circular component that allows vehicles to roll.
参军 cān jūn To join the military; to enlist in the armed forces. Refers to the act of voluntarily enlisting or being conscripted into the army or oth...
车道 chē dào Traffic lane; lane (on a road). A designated strip of road for vehicles.
出头 chū tóu To get ahead; to stand out; to rise above; also: a little over (after a number).
初衷 chū zhōng Original intention; initial purpose; original aspiration.
沉浸 chén jìn To immerse; to be absorbed in; to be engrossed. Complete mental or emotional absorption in something.
成型 chéng xíng To take shape; to be formed; to be molded. Describes something developing into its final form.
池塘 chí táng Pond; pool. A small body of still water.
瓷器 cí qì Porcelain; chinaware. Fine ceramic objects made from porcelain, including dishes, vases, and decorative items.
查找 chá zhǎo To search for; to look up; to track down.
磁带 cí dài Magnetic tape; cassette tape. A recording medium using magnetic coating on a plastic strip, once common for audio and video.
操心 cāo xīn To worry; to take pains over something; to expend mental energy on others' affairs.
查明 chá míng To ascertain; to find out through investigation; to establish the facts of something.
草坪 cǎo píng Lawn; grassy area; turf.
筹集 chóu jí To raise; to collect; to gather (funds, resources).
常人 cháng rén Ordinary person; average person. Someone without exceptional ability, special status, or extraordinary qualities.
抽屉 chōu ti Drawer; a sliding compartment in a desk, dresser, or cabinet.
触摸 chù mō To touch; to feel with one's hands. Physical contact made by using hands or fingers.
赤字 chì zì Deficit; red ink; negative balance. A financial term for expenses exceeding income.
沉迷 chén mí To be addicted to; to be obsessed with; to indulge in. Deep, often unhealthy absorption in something.
错觉 cuò jué Illusion; false impression; misperception. A noun describing a mistaken belief or sensory perception.
处方 chǔ fāng Prescription; to write a prescription. A medical document authorizing medication.
朝代 cháo dài Dynasty; historical period ruled by a succession of emperors from the same family.
沉思 chén sī To ponder; to meditate; to be lost in thought. Deep, contemplative thinking.
崇尚 chóng shàng To advocate; to uphold; to hold in high esteem; to value highly.
吹了 chuī le It's over; it fell through; it's off. Used when plans, relationships, or deals fail.
出具 chū jù To issue; to provide (official documents, certificates, receipts).
出发点 chū fā diǎn Starting point; point of departure; original intention or motive.
瞅 chǒu To look; to glance; to peek (colloquial, especially northern dialects).
从头 cóng tóu From the beginning; from scratch; from the start. An adverb indicating starting over from the very beginning.
趁着 chèn zhe While; taking advantage of (with ongoing sense). Used before a condition or situation to indicate doing something during that window.
超标 chāo biāo To exceed the standard; over the limit. Often used for safety, health, or regulatory thresholds.
诚恳 chéng kěn Sincere; earnest; genuine. Describes a heartfelt and honest attitude.
出走 chū zǒu To run away; to leave home; to flee; to defect.
宠爱 chǒng ài To dote on; to shower with affection; to pamper lovingly.
窜 cuàn To flee; to scurry; to dart. A verb describing rapid, often furtive movement, typically by animals or people fleeing.
餐桌 cān zhuō Dining table. The table at which meals are eaten, typically in a dining room or kitchen. Also used figuratively to represent mealtimes, f...
馋 chán Greedy for food; to crave; to have one's appetite whetted.
伺候 cì hou To serve; to wait upon; to attend to. A verb describing providing personal service or care to someone.
差错 chā cuò Error; mistake; mishap. An unintended slip or discrepancy.
出厂 chū chǎng To leave the factory; ex-factory; to ship from the manufacturer.
筹措 chóu cuò To raise; to secure; to procure (especially funds or resources).
痴迷 chī mí To be obsessed with; to be infatuated with; to be crazy about something.
匆忙 cōng máng Hasty; hurried; in haste. Describes being in a rush, often implying insufficient time or preparation.
垂 chuí To hang down; to droop; to dangle. Something suspended and pointing downward.
测算 cè suàn To measure and calculate; to estimate through measurement and computation.
成天 chéng tiān All day long; the whole day; constantly. Often carries a slightly negative or exasperated tone.
筹办 chóu bàn To prepare and organize; to make arrangements for (an event or establishment).
侧重 cè zhòng To emphasise; to place stress on; to give priority to one aspect over others.
出游 chū yóu To go on a trip; to travel for pleasure; to go on an outing.
差额 chā é Difference; balance; shortfall. The numerical gap between two amounts.
诚挚 chéng zhì Sincere; cordial; heartfelt. A formal word expressing genuine warmth and honesty.
出众 chū zhòng Outstanding; exceptional; distinguished; standing out from the crowd.
踹 chuài To kick; to stamp on. A forceful kick, typically with the bottom of the foot.
吃不上 chī bu shàng Unable to eat; cannot afford to eat; to miss a meal. To lack access to food.
从容 cóng róng Calm and unhurried; composed; at ease. Describes a relaxed, confident manner without rushing.
辞退 cí tuì To dismiss; to fire; to let go. A formal verb meaning to terminate someone's employment, typically initiated by the employer.
蹭 cèng To rub against; to scrape; to freeload; to take advantage of something for free.
冲刺 chōng cì To sprint; to make a final dash; to push hard at the end. A last burst of effort.
吹牛 chuī niú To brag; to boast; to talk big. Exaggerating or making empty claims.
葱 cōng Green onion; scallion; spring onion. A common aromatic vegetable used extensively in Chinese cooking.
层出不穷 céng chū bù qióng To emerge one after another without end; to spring up endlessly.
传人 chuán rén Successor; heir; inheritor. Someone who inherits and continues a tradition, skill, or legacy.
陈旧 chén jiù Outdated; obsolete; old and worn. Describes things that are no longer current or useful.
迟疑 chí yí To hesitate; hesitant; indecisive. To pause due to uncertainty.
锤子 chuí zi Hammer. A tool with a heavy metal head on a handle, used for driving nails or breaking things.
磁盘 cí pán Disk; magnetic disk. A data storage device, including floppy disks and hard drives.
惨痛 cǎn tòng Deeply painful; tragic and agonizing. Describes an experience, event, or lesson that is both devastating and sorrowful. Often used for se...
藏身 cáng shēn To hide oneself; to take shelter; to find a place to conceal oneself.
冲洗 chōng xǐ To rinse; to wash; to flush. Also refers to developing photographs.
抽签 chōu qiān To draw lots; to draw straws; a method of random selection.
吃亏 chī kuī To suffer a loss; to be at a disadvantage; to get the short end of the stick.
超前 chāo qián Ahead of time; advanced; forward-looking. Describes thinking or actions that are ahead of their era.
搓 cuō To rub; to roll between hands; to scrub. A verb describing the motion of rubbing palms together or rolling something between hands.
错综复杂 cuò zōng fù zá Intricate and complex; tangled; convoluted. An idiom describing situations or systems that are complicated with many interrelated factors.
冲浪 chōng làng To surf; surfing. The water sport of riding waves.
床位 chuáng wèi Bed (in a hospital, dormitory, or hostel); berth. A designated sleeping space in an institution.
充沛 chōng pèi Abundant; plentiful; full of energy or vigor.
撤换 chè huàn To replace; to remove and substitute. To dismiss someone and put another in their place.
冲撞 chōng zhuàng To collide with; to bump into; to offend or show disrespect toward someone.
催促 cuī cù To urge; to press; to hasten. A verb meaning to repeatedly push someone to act faster or complete something.
喘息 chuǎn xī To gasp; to catch one's breath; breathing space. Both literal panting and figurative relief or respite.
粗略 cū lüè Rough; sketchy; cursory. Describes something that lacks detail or precision, giving only a general outline.
藏品 cáng pǐn Collection item; artefact in a collection. The objects held in a museum, gallery, or private collection.
藏匿 cáng nì To hide; to conceal (oneself or something, often with criminal intent).
凑合 còu he To make do; to get by; passable. A verb meaning to manage with something less than ideal, or an adjective meaning just okay.
出人意料 chū rén yì liào Unexpected; surprising; beyond expectations; contrary to what one expected.
刺绣 cì xiù Embroidery; to embroider. The art of decorating fabric with needle and thread, or the act of creating such work.
常理 cháng lǐ Common sense; normal reasoning; general logic. The principles or reasoning that most people would consider obvious or natural under ordin...
仇人 chóu rén Enemy; foe; someone with whom one has a grudge or vendetta.
嘲弄 cháo nòng To mock; to ridicule; to make fun of in a contemptuous way. Stronger and meaner than simple teasing.
察看 chá kàn To inspect; to observe carefully; to look over for assessment.
超速 chāo sù To speed; to exceed the speed limit. Driving faster than legally permitted.
掺 chān To mix in; to blend; to adulterate. To add one substance to another, often suggesting dilution or contamination.
沉稳 chén wěn Calm and steady; composed; unflappable. Describes a person who remains level-headed under pressure.
吃苦 chī kǔ To endure hardship; to bear suffering; to go through tough times.
出难题 chū nán tí To pose a difficult question; to make things difficult for someone; to give a tough challenge.
沉着 chén zhuó Calm; composed; cool-headed. Maintaining composure especially in difficult situations.
痴呆 chī dāi Dementia; senility; mentally dull or confused. Also describes looking dazed or stunned.
秤 chèng A scale; a balance. An instrument for measuring weight.
重播 chóng bō To replay; to rebroadcast; a rerun or replay.
车位 chē wèi Parking space; parking spot. A designated area for parking a vehicle.
残缺 cán quē Incomplete; damaged; missing parts. Describes something that was once whole but now lacks elements due to damage, deterioration, or loss.
沧桑 cāng sāng The vicissitudes of life; great changes over time. Conveys a sense of having weathered much hardship.
彩电 cǎi diàn Color television; color TV. A television that displays images in color rather than black and white.
成家 chéng jiā To get married and start a family; to settle down. A major life milestone in Chinese culture.
彻夜 chè yè All night; throughout the night. An adverb indicating something lasts the entire night.
成才 chéng cái To become a useful person; to develop into a talented individual. Emphasizes personal growth and achievement.
从今以后 cóng jīn yǐ hòu From now on; henceforth; from this day forward. A phrase indicating the start of a new period or commitment.
措手不及 cuò shǒu bù jí Caught off guard; unprepared; taken by surprise. An idiom describing being surprised by something with no time to react.
插嘴 chā zuǐ To interrupt; to cut in; to butt into a conversation.
嫦娥 cháng é Chang'e; the Chinese goddess of the moon in mythology. Also the name of China's lunar exploration program.
揣测 chuǎi cè To guess; to speculate; to conjecture. To form opinions based on incomplete information.
触觉 chù jué Sense of touch; tactile sensation. One of the five senses relating to physical feeling through skin contact.
出息 chū xi Promise; potential; prospect of success. Often used to describe someone's future prospects or achievements.
沉闷 chén mèn Dull; boring; stuffy; oppressive. Describes atmosphere, personality, or weather that feels heavy and lifeless.
车速 chē sù Vehicle speed; the speed at which a vehicle is traveling.
成问题 chéng wèn tí To be problematic; to be a problem; to be questionable. Used when something is doubtful or poses difficulties.
重合 chóng hé To coincide; to overlap exactly; to superimpose perfectly.
瓷 cí Porcelain; china. A type of fine ceramic material known for its translucence and durability.
稠密 chóu mì Dense; thick; closely packed; high in concentration.
长足 cháng zú Significant; substantial; great (of progress or development). Describes remarkable advancement or improvement.
畅谈 chàng tán To talk freely and openly; to have a heart-to-heart conversation. Implies an extended, uninhibited discussion.
持之以恒 chí zhī yǐ héng To persevere; to persist consistently; to maintain constant effort over time.
诧异 chà yì Surprised; astonished; taken aback. Feeling unexpected surprise at something.
出主意 chū zhǔ yi To offer an idea; to come up with a suggestion; to give advice.
吹捧 chuī pěng To flatter; to hype up; to lavish praise on. Excessive or insincere praise, often for personal gain.
捶 chuí To pound; to beat; to thump. A verb describing the action of striking repeatedly with a fist or object, often used for massage or express...
错位 cuò wèi Dislocation; misalignment; out of place. Describes something shifted from its proper position, literally or figuratively.
趁早 chèn zǎo As soon as possible; before it's too late; while there's still time. Emphasizes doing something early to avoid problems.
揣摩 chuǎi mó To try to figure out; to ponder; to fathom. To carefully consider and attempt to understand something unclear.
刺耳 cì ěr Ear-piercing; grating; harsh to the ear. Describes sounds that are unpleasant, sharp, or jarring.
驰名 chí míng Famous; renowned; well-known. Having widespread reputation.
出山 chū shān To come out of retirement; to return to public life; to emerge from seclusion.
常温 cháng wēn Room temperature; ambient temperature; normal temperature. The ordinary temperature of the surrounding environment, typically around 15–2...
惨白 cǎn bái Deathly pale; ghastly white. Describes a face or complexion that has turned extremely white due to fear, shock, illness, or blood loss. M...
茶道 chá dào The art of tea; tea ceremony. The philosophy, aesthetics, and rituals associated with tea culture.
衬托 chèn tuō To set off; to serve as a foil; to highlight by contrast. Using one thing to enhance or emphasize another.
存心 cún xīn To harbor intentions; deliberately; intentionally. As an adverb, on purpose.
出毛病 chū máo bing To develop a problem; to malfunction; to go wrong.
触目惊心 chù mù jīng xīn Shocking to the eye; appalling; horrifying. Something so disturbing that it shocks anyone who sees it.
猖狂 chāng kuáng Rampant; brazen; wildly aggressive; unbridled. Describes behaviour or activity that is out of control, arrogant, and dangerously unchecked.
耻笑 chǐ xiào To ridicule; to mock; to laugh at someone with contempt.
慈祥 cí xiáng Kind and gentle; benevolent. Describes a warm, loving demeanor typically associated with elderly people, especially grandparents.
逞强 chěng qiáng To act tough; to force oneself to appear strong; to put up a brave front when struggling.
辞呈 cí chéng Letter of resignation; resignation letter. A formal written document submitted to resign from a position.
赐教 cì jiào Please enlighten me; please teach me. A humble, polite expression requesting guidance or instruction.
菜市场 cài shì chǎng Wet market; fresh food market. An open or semi-open marketplace selling fresh vegetables, meat, fish, and other perishables directly from...
揣 chuāi To tuck into; to put in one's pocket or inside clothing. To carry something hidden on one's person.
存折 cún zhé Bankbook; passbook. A small booklet recording deposits, withdrawals, and balance in a bank account.
操劳 cāo láo To work hard with toil and care; to wear oneself out with work and worry.
出丑 chū chǒu To make a fool of oneself; to embarrass oneself publicly; to lose face.
此起彼伏 cǐ qǐ bǐ fú One after another; in waves; rising and falling in succession. Describes things occurring continuously one after another, like waves.
出风头 chū fēng tou To show off; to seek the limelight; to attract attention to oneself.
超车 chāo chē To overtake (another vehicle); to pass. The act of passing another vehicle on the road.
车轴 chē zhóu Axle; the shaft connecting and rotating with a vehicle's wheels.
吵嘴 chǎo zuǐ To quarrel; to have a verbal argument. A heated exchange of words, usually between people who know each other.
长效 cháng xiào Long-acting; producing sustained effects over an extended period. Describes mechanisms, policies, or substances whose impact is durable r...
成群结队 chéng qún jié duì In groups; in crowds; in flocks. Describes people or animals gathering and moving together.
串门 chuàn mén To visit neighbors or friends casually; to drop by. Informal social visiting without prior arrangement.
猜谜 cāi mí To guess riddles; riddle-guessing. The activity of solving puzzles or riddles.
刺骨 cì gǔ Bone-piercing; biting; cutting. Describes extreme cold that seems to penetrate to the bones.
痴心 chī xīn Infatuation; obsessive devotion; foolish passion. Deep but potentially unrealistic attachment.
稠 chóu Thick; dense; viscous (of liquids); crowded (of populations).
错别字 cuò bié zì Wrong or misspelled characters; typos. A noun referring to incorrect characters in Chinese writing.
铲子 chǎn zi Shovel; spade; spatula. A flat-bladed implement used for digging, moving, or scraping material.
纯朴 chún pǔ Simple and honest; unsophisticated; plain. Describes people or customs that are genuine and unpretentious, typically associated with rura...
凑巧 còu qiǎo By coincidence; as luck would have it; fortunately. Describes something happening by chance, usually in a convenient way.
搀 chān To support; to steady someone by the arm; to help someone walk.
磁卡 cí kǎ Magnetic card; swipe card. A card with a magnetic stripe used for access control, payment, or identification.
醇厚 chún hòu Mellow; rich; pure and honest. Describes rich, smooth flavors in food and drink, or sincere, genuine character in people.
出口成章 chū kǒu chéng zhāng To speak eloquently; words flow like prose; to speak with literary elegance.
船桨 chuán jiǎng Oar; paddle. A pole with a flat blade used to propel a boat through water.
橙汁 chéng zhī Orange juice. A beverage made from oranges.
翠绿 cuì lǜ Emerald green; verdant; bright green. A vivid shade of green reminiscent of jade or fresh foliage.
茶馆儿 chá guǎn r Teahouse. A traditional establishment where people gather to drink tea, chat, and enjoy performances.
诚心诚意 chéng xīn chéng yì Wholeheartedly; with complete sincerity; in all earnestness. Emphasizes genuine intention.
穿小鞋 chuān xiǎo xié To make things difficult for someone; to give someone a hard time. Literally 'to make someone wear tight shoes.'
禅杖 chán zhàng Monk's staff; Buddhist monk's walking staff. A long metal-ringed staff carried by Buddhist monks.
吃喝玩乐 chī hē wán lè Eating, drinking, and having fun; wining and dining; pleasure-seeking lifestyle.
逞能 chěng néng To show off one's abilities; to flaunt one's skills. Often implies recklessness or excessive confidence.
彩霞 cǎi xiá Rosy clouds; colorful clouds, especially the vivid red, orange, and pink hues displayed by clouds at sunrise or sunset. A poetic term for...
簇拥 cù yōng To crowd around; to cluster around; to throng. A verb describing people gathering closely around someone or something.
出洋相 chū yáng xiàng To make a fool of oneself; to embarrass oneself in public.
从早到晚 cóng zǎo dào wǎn From morning till night; all day long. A phrase describing continuous activity throughout the entire day.
粗心大意 cū xīn dà yì Careless; sloppy; negligent. An idiom describing someone who lacks attention to detail and makes avoidable mistakes.
从容不迫 cóng róng bù pò Calm and unhurried; composed and unruffled. An idiom describing someone who remains relaxed and poised without any sense of urgency.
川流不息 chuān liú bù xī Flowing continuously like a river; endless stream. Describes constant, unceasing movement of people or vehicles.
垂头丧气 chuí tóu sàng qì Dejected; downcast; crestfallen. Describes someone who looks dispirited with their head hanging low, as if they have lost all hope or mot...
沉甸甸 chén diān diān Heavy; weighty. An adjective emphasizing physical or metaphorical weight.
乘人之危 chéng rén zhī wēi To take advantage of someone's misfortune; to exploit someone in their moment of weakness.
愁眉苦脸 chóu méi kǔ liǎn With a worried frown; looking distressed; a sad and worried expression.