S HSK 7-9 Vocabulary

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Pinyin S

三番五次 sān fān wǔ cì Repeatedly; time and again; over and over. Used to emphasise that an action has occurred many times, often implying impatience or exasper...
三维 sān wéi Three-dimensional; 3D. Relating to or existing in three dimensions of space: length, width, and height.
撒 sā To scatter; to sprinkle; to spread or disperse widely by releasing from the hand or a container.
撒谎 sā huǎng To tell a lie; to deceive by uttering a falsehood. An informal, colloquial expression for deliberate dishonesty.
散发 sàn fā To emit; to radiate; to give off (light, heat, fragrance, charm). Also: to distribute or hand out (leaflets, materials).
散布 sàn bù To spread; to disseminate; to scatter widely. Used for the dispersal of things, people, information, or influence across an area.
赛跑 sài pǎo To race on foot; a running race. Describes the act of competing in a footrace or sprinting event.
赛车 sài chē Racing car; motor racing. Refers both to the vehicle used in racing and to the sport of motor racing itself.
上场 shàng chǎng To take the field or go on stage; to enter a sports arena or performance venue in order to compete or perform. Also used metaphorically f...
上岗 shàng gǎng To take up one's post or station; to begin working a shift or assignment; to be officially deployed to a work position, especially for ne...
上报 shàng bào To report upward to a superior or higher authority; to submit a report to an upper-level organisation. Also: to be covered or published i...
上方 shàng fāng The upper part or area; the space directly above something. In classical or formal contexts, also refers to a superior authority or highe...
上期 shàng qī The previous period, issue, or term; the last cycle, instalment, edition, or session immediately before the current one.
上流 shàng liú The upper reaches of a river; also: the upper class or elite social stratum, referring to those with elevated social standing, wealth, an...
上火 shàng huǒ To develop internal heat; a traditional Chinese medicine concept in which excessive internal fire causes symptoms such as mouth sores, so...
上空 shàng kōng The sky above or airspace above a particular place; the aerial space directly overhead a specific location.
丧生 sàng shēng To lose one's life; to perish; to die, especially as the result of an accident, disaster, or violence.
伤势 shāng shì The condition or severity of an injury; the medical status of a wound or wounds, especially in the context of a patient's recovery or pro...
伤感 shāng gǎn Sentimental; emotionally affected; feeling a lingering melancholy or wistful sadness, especially when reflecting on the past or facing lo...
伤残 shāng cán To be injured and left with a disability; physical injury that results in permanent or lasting functional impairment. Also used as a noun...
伤痕 shāng hén A scar or wound mark left on the body after an injury heals; metaphorically, an emotional scar or lasting mark left by historical trauma ...
伤脑筋 shāng nǎo jīn To be difficult or troublesome to deal with; to rack one's brains over a problem; said of a situation that requires considerable mental e...
傻瓜 shǎ guā Fool; idiot; simpleton. A person who is naive, gullible, or lacking good sense or judgment.
僧人 sēng rén Buddhist monk; a male monastic who has taken religious vows and renounced worldly life.
删 shān To delete, strike out, or excise; to remove words, sentences, or sections from text or digital content.
删除 shān chú To delete or remove completely; to erase data, text, or content leaving no trace, whether from a document or a digital system.
刹车 shā chē Brake; the mechanism for stopping or slowing a vehicle. Also: to apply the brakes; to halt abruptly.
商讨 shāng tǎo To discuss and deliberate on a matter; to consult with others in a structured way in order to reach a decision or shared understanding.
商贩 shāng fàn A small trader, peddler, or vendor; someone who sells goods, especially at markets, stalls, or informally on the street.
商贾 shāng gǔ Merchants; traders; businesspeople. A classical and literary term for those engaged in commerce, combining two classical words for differ...
善 shàn Good, kind, or virtuous; morally excellent or benevolent in nature and conduct. One of the foundational ethical concepts in Chinese class...
善意 shàn yì Goodwill; kind or benevolent intention; a positive and charitable motivation behind words or actions.
嗓子 sǎng zi Throat; voice. Refers to the physical throat as an organ or to one's vocal quality and sound.
嫂子 sǎo zi Elder brother's wife; sister-in-law. A kinship term for the wife of one's older brother.
山冈 shān gāng A small hill or hillock; a gently rounded or undulating rise in terrain, smaller and less steep than a full mountain.
山寨 shān zhài Originally a fortified mountain stronghold or village; in modern usage, a counterfeit, imitation, or knock-off product, or anything that ...
山岭 shān lǐng A mountain ridge or chain of hills; a continuous elevated landform with an elongated crest and multiple peaks or summits.
山川 shān chuān Mountains and rivers; the natural landscape of a region, used collectively to evoke the grandeur and diversity of natural topography.
山路 shān lù A mountain road or path; a route that winds through mountainous or hilly terrain, often narrow, steep, or unpaved.
山顶 shān dǐng The top or summit of a mountain; the highest point of a mountain or hill.
扫兴 sǎo xìng To dampen enthusiasm; to spoil the mood; to be a killjoy. The act or result of ruining anticipated pleasure or excitement.
扫墓 sǎo mù To sweep/tend a grave; to visit and pay respects at an ancestral tomb, typically by cleaning the site and offering tribute.
扫描 sǎo miáo To scan; to sweep over systematically with a device or the eyes to capture, detect, or survey.
扫除 sǎo chú To sweep clean; to eliminate; to remove or eradicate. Used both literally for cleaning and figuratively for removing obstacles or problems.
擅自 shàn zì Without permission or authorisation; acting on one's own initiative in a manner that violates established rules, authority, or agreed pro...
擅长 shàn cháng To be skilled at or to excel in a particular area; to have a special proficiency or natural talent for a specific activity or field.
晒太阳 shài tài yáng To bask in the sun; to sit or stand in sunlight for warmth, health, or leisure.
杀害 shā hài To kill; to murder; to deliberately take someone's life. Used specifically for intentional homicide.
杀手 shā shǒu Killer; assassin; hitman. A person who kills for hire or as a profession.
桑拿 sāng ná Sauna; a heated steam bath originating from Finland, used for relaxation and detoxification.
沙滩 shā tān Sandy beach; a stretch of sand along the shore of a sea, lake, or river.
沙龙 shā lóng Salon; an intellectual or social gathering for discussion and cultural exchange. Also: a hair or beauty salon.
煽动 shān dòng To incite, instigate, or inflame; to deliberately stir up emotions, unrest, or hostile actions in others through speech, writing, or beha...
砂糖 shā táng Granulated sugar; refined crystalline sugar made from sugarcane or sugar beet.
筛 shāi To sieve or sift; to pass a substance through a mesh screen to separate particles by size. Also used figuratively for any filtering or wi...
筛选 shāi xuǎn To screen and select; to filter through a pool of candidates, data, or items and identify those that meet specified criteria.
纱 shā Gauze; fine yarn; a loosely woven, thin, lightweight textile material. Used in medicine, cooking, and clothing.
膳食 shàn shí Food and diet; the meals and nutritional intake provided or consumed, especially in institutional, medical, or public health contexts.
赡养 shàn yǎng To provide financial and material support for elderly parents or other dependants; to fulfil one's legal and moral duty of care for famil...
闪烁 shǎn shuò To twinkle, flicker, or glimmer; to emit light that rapidly and irregularly shifts in brightness. Also used figuratively to describe evas...
骚乱 sāo luàn Riot; civil unrest; social disturbance. A state of widespread disorder and turbulence, typically involving crowds.
骚扰 sāo rǎo To harass; to disturb; to bother persistently. Unwanted, repeated interference with another person.
鲨鱼 shā yú Shark; a large cartilaginous predatory fish characterised by its powerful jaws, acute senses, and streamlined body.
上任 shàng rèn To take office; to assume a post. Refers to officially beginning a new role or position.
上司 shàng si Superior; boss; direct supervisor. A person of higher rank in a workplace hierarchy.
上头 shàng tou The top; superiors; headquarters. Informally refers to higher authorities or those above in a hierarchy.
上旬 shàng xún The first ten days of a month. One of three equal divisions of a month in Chinese calendar usage.
上映 shàng yìng To be screened; to release (a film). Refers to a movie or film being shown in cinemas.
上游 shàng yóu Upstream; upper reaches (of a river). Also used figuratively for the earlier stages of a supply chain or industry.
上瘾 shàng yǐn To become addicted; to be hooked on something. Describes developing a strong compulsive habit.
上诉 shàng sù To appeal (a court ruling); to lodge an appeal. The legal act of challenging a lower court's decision at a higher court.
上调 shàng tiáo To raise; to adjust upward. Typically refers to increasing prices, interest rates, quotas, or salary levels.
上述 shàng shù Above-mentioned; aforementioned. Refers to content or points stated earlier in a text.
上限 shàng xiàn Upper limit; maximum cap. The highest permissible value or boundary for something.
伸张 shēn zhāng To uphold, vindicate, or assert (rights or justice); to promote or advance a righteous cause; to champion a principle.
伸手 shēn shǒu To stretch out one's hand; to extend an arm; figuratively, to ask for help, money, or favour; to reach for something.
伸缩 shēn suō To extend and retract; to stretch and compress; to be elastic or scalable. Refers to the ability of a system or material to expand and co...
奢侈 shē chǐ Luxurious; extravagant; lavish. Describes excessive spending or indulgence beyond what is necessary.
奢望 shē wàng To have unrealistic hopes; an extravagant wish; to wish for the impossible or far beyond one's reach.
少不了 shǎo bu liǎo Cannot do without; indispensable; sure to have. Indicates something is necessary or inevitable.
少女 shào nǚ Young girl; maiden; a girl in her teens or early adolescence. Conveys youth, innocence, and femininity.
少有 shǎo yǒu Rare; seldom seen; uncommon. Describes something that occurs infrequently or is not widely found.
少林寺 Shào lín Sì Shaolin Temple; a famous Buddhist monastery in Henan Province renowned as the birthplace of Shaolin kung fu.
少量 shǎo liàng A small amount; a little; a limited quantity. Describes a modest, restricted quantity of something.
尚 shàng Still; yet; even. A formal adverb indicating that something is still the case or even applies.
尚未 shàng wèi Not yet; still not. Indicates that something has not happened up to the present moment.
捎 shāo To bring along; to carry for someone; to pass on (a message or item) as a favour.
摄氏度 shè shì dù Degrees Celsius; the unit of temperature in the Celsius scale, where water freezes at 0°C and boils at 100°C.
涉嫌 shè xián To be suspected of; to be implicated in; allegedly to have committed. Used in legal and investigative contexts.
深信 shēn xìn To firmly believe; to be deeply convinced; to have full and unshakeable confidence in something.
深入人心 shēn rù rén xīn To be deeply ingrained in people's minds; to win the hearts of the people; to take root in public consciousness.
深切 shēn qiè Deep and sincere; heartfelt; keenly and profoundly felt; expressed with genuine depth of emotion or understanding.
深受 shēn shòu To be greatly or deeply affected by something; to experience or receive something to a profound degree. Always followed by a noun object.
深奥 shēn ào Profound and abstruse; intellectually deep and difficult to understand; recondite; requiring significant effort or expertise to comprehend.
深思 shēn sī To think deeply; to ponder carefully; to reflect profoundly on a matter; to engage in thorough and sustained contemplation.
烧毁 shāo huǐ To burn down; to destroy by fire. Indicates complete destruction through burning.
烧烤 shāo kǎo Barbecue; grilling. Refers to cooking food over fire or charcoal, or the food itself.
申办 shēn bàn To apply to host; to bid to organise; to formally apply for the right to hold an event or establish an institution.
申报 shēn bào To declare; to report to an authority; to file a formal report or declaration, especially for tax, customs, or registration purposes.
申领 shēn lǐng To apply to receive; to claim; to formally apply for the issuance of a document, permit, or benefit.
社交 shè jiāo Social interaction; socialising; the act of engaging with others in a social context.
社会主义 shè huì zhǔ yì Socialism; a political and economic system in which the means of production are owned or regulated collectively, emphasising social equal...
社团 shè tuán Organisation; club; association; a group of people united by a common interest or purpose.
社论 shè lùn Editorial; a newspaper or publication's official opinion article, typically expressing the stance of the editorial board.
稍候 shāo hòu Please wait a moment. A polite verbal request asking someone to wait briefly.
稍后 shāo hòu Shortly after; in a little while; later. Used to indicate something will happen soon.
稍稍 shāo shāo Slightly; a little; somewhat. Indicates a small degree of change or difference.
绅士 shēn shì A gentleman; a man of good breeding, refinement, and courteous manners; historically, a member of the landed gentry.
设 shè To set up; to establish; to install; to arrange. A formal and productive verb in written Chinese.
设定 shè dìng To set; to define; to establish parameters or conditions. Used for configuring systems, establishing fictional worlds, or fixing goals.
设法 shè fǎ To try to find a way; to figure out how; to manage to do something by devising a method.
谁知道 shéi zhī dào Who would have known; who knows; unexpectedly. Used to express surprise at an unforeseen turn of events.
身不由己 shēn bù yóu jǐ To have no control over oneself; to be compelled by circumstances beyond one's will; to act involuntarily due to external pressures.
身价 shēn jià One's social or market worth; the value attached to a person based on status, fame, or achievement; a celebrity's market value or an athl...
身子 shēn zi The body (colloquial); one's physical condition or health; also used euphemistically for pregnancy in certain regional contexts.
身影 shēn yǐng The figure or silhouette of a person; the visible form or outline of someone as seen from a distance; a person's presence perceived throu...
身心 shēn xīn Body and mind together; one's physical and mental state as a whole; the holistic self encompassing both physical health and psychological...
身躯 shēn qū The human body, especially in terms of its size, shape, or physical frame; one's physique or bodily form.
剩余 shèng yú Remaining; surplus; leftover — referring to what is left over after the main portion has been used, spent, or allocated.
升温 shēng wēn To warm up; to rise in temperature; figuratively, to intensify or heat up (relations, sentiment, market activity).
圣贤 shèng xián Sages and worthies; wise and virtuous exemplars — moral and intellectual paragons revered in traditional Chinese thought.
声望 shēng wàng Prestige; reputation; public esteem — the respect and admiration that a person or institution commands from others.
声称 shēng chēng To claim; to assert; to declare — stating something, often without providing proof, or when the statement is disputed.
声誉 shēng yù Reputation; renown — the overall estimation in which a person, institution, or product is held by the public.
失业率 shī yè lǜ The unemployment rate — the percentage of the labour force that is without work and actively seeking employment.
失传 shī chuán To be lost to posterity; to have no surviving transmission — said of skills, techniques, texts, or knowledge for which no living practiti...
失利 shī lì To suffer a defeat; to lose in a contest or competition — used for military battles, sports matches, and significant competitive engageme...
失恋 shī liàn To have one's heart broken; to go through a romantic break-up — the state of experiencing the painful end of a romantic relationship.
失控 shī kòng To lose control; to go out of control — a situation, person, or process that can no longer be managed or directed.
失效 shī xiào To become invalid; to cease to function or produce the intended effect — said of documents, mechanisms, contracts, or measures that no lo...
失明 shī míng To lose one's sight; to go blind — whether through illness, injury, or a degenerative condition.
失灵 shī líng To stop functioning; to malfunction; to fail — said of a mechanical device, system, or regulatory mechanism that no longer operates as in...
失眠 shī mián Insomnia; inability to sleep — experiencing difficulty falling or staying asleep, whether due to stress, anxiety, illness, or other causes.
审 shěn To examine; to review; to scrutinise; to interrogate or try (in a legal sense).
审判 shěn pàn To try; to put on trial; a trial or judgement in a court of law.
审定 shěn dìng To review and approve; to examine and finalise; to formally ratify after scrutiny.
审批 shěn pī To examine and approve; to review and grant official permission; administrative approval.
审核 shěn hé To audit; to verify; to review and check for compliance or accuracy.
审美 shěn měi To appreciate beauty; aesthetic appreciation; the sense of or capacity for aesthetic judgement.
审视 shěn shì To scrutinise; to examine carefully; to look at something with close, critical attention.
尸体 shī tǐ A corpse; a dead body — the physical remains of a person or animal after death.
慎重 shèn zhòng Cautious; prudent; careful and deliberate; acting with due care and consideration.
深夜 shēn yè Late at night; the dead of night; the middle of the night, typically after midnight.
深远 shēn yuǎn Far-reaching; profound and lasting; having significant long-term impact or implications.
渗 shèn To seep; to permeate; to ooze or filter through slowly.
渗透 shèn tòu To penetrate; to permeate; to seep through; figuratively, to infiltrate or spread through gradually.
牲畜 shēng chù Livestock; domestic animals raised for agricultural or economic purposes, such as cattle, sheep, horses, and pigs.
甚至于 shèn zhì yú Even; going so far as to; to the point where — used to introduce an extreme or unexpected case.
生前 shēng qián During one's lifetime; before one's death — referring to the period when a now-deceased person was still alive.
生命线 shēng mìng xiàn Lifeline; a critical resource, route, or connection essential to survival or continued operation.
生平 shēng píng One's lifetime; the course of one's life; all that one has experienced or achieved throughout life.
生态 shēng tài Ecology; the ecological system; the state and relationships of living organisms within their environment.
生怕 shēng pà To be deeply afraid that; to fear greatly; used to express strong worry that something undesirable might happen.
生效 shēng xiào To take effect; to come into force; to become operative — referring to laws, contracts, medicines, or decisions.
生机 shēng jī Vitality; life force; the energy and potential for growth and renewal.
生涯 shēng yá Career; a profession or life pursuit pursued over a long period; the course of one's professional or life journey.
生物 shēng wù Living organism; biology — referring to any living creature or to the academic discipline of biology.
生理 shēng lǐ Physiology; the biological and bodily functions of a living organism.
生硬 shēng yìng Stiff; rigid; unnatural; blunt — describing language, manners, or style that lacks smoothness, warmth, or fluency.
生育 shēng yù To give birth to; to bear children; reproduction — referring to the act or capacity of producing offspring.
盛会 shèng huì A grand gathering; a magnificent assembly or event — used for significant occasions that bring many people together.
盛大 shèng dà Grand; magnificent; splendid — describing an event or occasion that is impressive in scale and formality.
盛开 shèng kāi To be in full bloom; to blossom magnificently — describing flowers or plants at the peak of their flowering.
盛气凌人 shèng qì líng rén Overbearing and domineering — describing someone who uses an arrogant, aggressive manner to intimidate or belittle others.
省事 shěng shì To save trouble; to be convenient; to simplify matters — making something less complicated or time-consuming.
省略 shěng lüè To omit; to leave out; to abbreviate — deliberately excluding something from speech, writing, or a process.
神仙 shén xiān Immortal; deity; celestial being from Chinese mythology; figuratively, a person of extraordinary skill or enviable ease.
神圣 shén shèng Sacred; holy; divine; inviolable and deserving of utmost reverence.
神态 shén tài Bearing; expression; the look and manner revealed on a person's face or in their demeanour.
绳子 shéng zi Rope; cord; string — a length of twisted or braided fibres used for tying, binding, or pulling.
肾 shèn Kidney; the organ in the urinary system responsible for filtering blood and producing urine.
胜任 shèng rèn To be competent for; to be equal to; to be capable of handling a role or responsibility adequately.
胜出 shèng chū To win; to come out ahead; to prevail — successfully beating others in a competition, selection, or contest.
世代 shì dài Generation; era; age. A succession of people related by descent, or a broad period of time sharing common characteristics.
世故 shì gu Worldly-wise; shrewd in navigating social situations. Describing someone who understands social conventions and acts accordingly, often w...
世界级 shì jiè jí World-class; of international standing. Denoting a standard, achievement, or individual that ranks among the best globally.
世袭 shì xí To inherit hereditarily; succession by birth. The passing of a title, position, property, or privilege from one generation to the next by...
事务 shì wù Affairs; business; matters. Official, administrative, or professional work and responsibilities that need to be dealt with.
事务所 shì wù suǒ Office; firm; professional practice. A specialised professional office providing services in law, accounting, notarisation, or similar fi...
事宜 shì yí Relevant matters; arrangements; particulars. The details and arrangements pertaining to a specific affair or event.
事态 shì tài State of affairs; situation; the way things stand. The current condition or development of a situation, especially one that is evolving o...
事迹 shì jì Deeds; achievements; notable acts. A record of significant actions or accomplishments, especially meritorious ones worthy of commemoration.
事项 shì xiàng Items; matters; particulars. Individual items or points within a list of things to be done, noted, or decided.
使命 shǐ mìng Mission; mandate; calling. A weighty responsibility or duty entrusted to a person, organisation, or nation.
使唤 shǐ huàn To order around; to direct someone to do tasks; to boss about. Directing another person to carry out chores or errands, often implying an...
使者 shǐ zhě Envoy; messenger; emissary. A person officially sent to represent or carry communications on behalf of a government, ruler, or organisation.
侍候 shì hòu To wait upon; to attend to; to serve. To look after someone with care and attention, especially an elder, patient, or superior.
势不可当 shì bù kě dāng Irresistible; unstoppable momentum. Describing a force, movement, or trend so powerful that it cannot be resisted or halted.
势头 shì tou Momentum; trend; the way things are developing. The direction and force of an ongoing situation or movement.
势必 shì bì Will inevitably; is bound to. Used to express the logical or situational certainty of a future outcome given existing conditions.
十字路口 shí zì lù kǒu Crossroads; intersection. Literally a cross-shaped road junction; figuratively a critical turning point or moment of decision.
史无前例 shǐ wú qián lì Unprecedented in history; without historical precedent. Describing something that has never occurred before in recorded history.
士气 shì qì Morale; fighting spirit; esprit de corps. The collective confidence, motivation, and determination of a group, especially in adversity.
失踪 shī zōng To go missing; to disappear without trace. The state of having vanished with no known whereabouts.
实事求是 shí shì qiú shì Seek truth from facts; be realistic and pragmatic. Basing conclusions and actions on objective facts rather than ideology or wishful thin...
实体 shí tǐ Entity; physical body; substance. Something that has independent, concrete existence — a physical organisation, legal person, or material...
实况 shí kuàng Live situation; actual conditions; real-time state of affairs. What is happening in actuality, especially as broadcast or reported.
实地 shí dì On-site; on the ground; in person at the actual location. Conducting an activity at the real place rather than remotely or theoretically.
实物 shí wù Physical goods; actual objects; goods in kind. Real, tangible items as opposed to cash, virtual representations, or abstractions.
实话 shí huà Honest words; the truth. What one genuinely believes or knows, stated without concealment or embellishment.
实话实说 shí huà shí shuō To tell it like it is; to speak honestly without embellishment. Saying exactly what one believes to be true.
实质 shí zhì Essence; substance; the real nature of something. The fundamental, intrinsic character of a matter as distinct from its surface appearance.
市场经济 shì chǎng jīng jì Market economy. An economic system in which prices, production, and the distribution of goods and services are determined primarily by co...
师范 shī fàn Teacher-training; normal education. Relating to institutions that train people to become teachers.
师资 shī zī Teaching staff; the quality and qualifications of teachers available to an institution or region.
师长 shī zhǎng Teachers and elders; one's mentors and superiors. Also: a division commander in the military.
施加 shī jiā To exert; to apply; to bring to bear. To impose a force, pressure, or influence on someone or something.
施压 shī yā To apply pressure; to put pressure on. To compel or coerce someone through force, threats, or leverage.
施工 shī gōng To carry out construction work; to be under construction. The active execution of a building or engineering project.
施行 shī xíng To implement; to put into effect; to enforce. To formally execute a law, policy, or measure.
时不时 shí bù shí From time to time; every now and then; occasionally but at irregular intervals.
时好时坏 shí hǎo shí huài Sometimes good, sometimes bad; variable; inconsistent. Describes something that fluctuates between positive and negative states.
时尚 shí shàng Fashion; fashionable; trendy. The prevailing style or trend in clothing, lifestyle, and culture.
时段 shí duàn A time period; a time slot; a defined segment of time. A specific duration or block within a day or schedule.
时空 shí kōng Space-time; time and space. The combined dimensions of temporal and spatial existence.
时速 shí sù Speed per hour; hourly speed. The rate of travel measured in units per hour, typically kilometres or miles.
时间表 shí jiān biǎo Timetable; schedule; timeline. A structured plan showing when specific events, tasks, or phases will occur.
时隔 shí gé After an interval of (time); with a gap of (X amount of time). Indicates the duration that has passed between two events.
时髦 shí máo Fashionable; stylish; trendy. Being in line with the latest fashion or social trends.
湿度 shī dù Humidity; moisture content. The amount of water vapour present in the air or in a material.
湿润 shī rùn Moist; damp; humid. Pleasantly or adequately wet — not excessively so.
狮子 shī zi Lion. The large carnivorous big cat native to Africa and parts of Asia.
示威 shì wēi To demonstrate; to protest; to display force or power. A public show of collective opposition or a display of strength intended to intimi...
示意 shì yì To signal; to gesture; to indicate without words. Communicating an intention or direction through a look, movement, or gesture rather tha...
识别 shí bié To identify; to recognise; to distinguish. The process of detecting and classifying objects, people, or signals.
试探 shì tàn To probe; to sound out; to test the waters. To cautiously explore someone's attitude, intentions, or reaction, or to test the limits of a...
食宿 shí sù Board and lodging; meals and accommodation. The provision of both food and a place to stay.
食用 shí yòng Edible; for consumption; to consume as food. Describes items that are safe or intended to be eaten.
受害 shòu hài To suffer harm; to be victimised; to sustain injury or damage.
受害人 shòu hài rén Victim; a person who has suffered harm, injury, or loss as the result of a crime, accident, or wrongful act.
受惊 shòu jīng To be startled; to get a fright; to be frightened by a sudden stimulus.
受理 shòu lǐ To accept (a case, complaint, or application) for official processing; to take on for handling.
受苦 shòu kǔ To suffer hardship; to endure pain, privation, or misery.
受贿 shòu huì To accept bribes; to receive corrupt payments in exchange for the abuse of one's official position or authority.
受过 shòu guò To take the blame on behalf of someone else; to bear punishment or fault for another person's wrongdoing; to be a scapegoat.
受骗 shòu piàn To be deceived; to be cheated; to fall victim to fraud or a scam.
嗜好 shì hào Hobby; personal fondness or taste; addiction or strong craving. A deep-seated habit, pastime, or appetite that one indulges with pleasure...
守候 shǒu hòu To wait and watch; to stand by; to keep vigil. To remain in a place, waiting attentively and with patient readiness.
守护 shǒu hù To guard; to protect; to watch over. To keep something or someone safe through vigilant, ongoing care.
守株待兔 shǒu zhū dài tù To guard a tree stump waiting for a rabbit; to passively wait for good luck to repeat; to rely on chance rather than effort or adaptation.
寿命 shòu mìng Lifespan; life expectancy; service life (of equipment or systems).
手册 shǒu cè Handbook; manual; guide. A compact reference booklet or document providing instructions, rules, or essential information.
手动 shǒu dòng Manual; hand-operated. Operated or controlled by hand rather than automatically.
手势 shǒu shì Gesture; hand signal. A movement of the hand or arm used to communicate meaning, convey instructions, or express emotion.
手头 shǒu tóu At hand; on one. The money, resources, or information currently available or in one's immediate possession.
手帕 shǒu pà Handkerchief. A small square of fabric used to wipe the face, hands, or nose.
手掌 shǒu zhǎng Palm. The inner flat surface of the hand between the wrist and the fingers.
手术室 shǒu shù shì Operating theatre; operating room. A specially equipped and sterilised room in a hospital where surgical operations are performed.
手枪 shǒu qiāng Pistol; handgun. A small firearm designed to be held and fired with one hand.
手脚 shǒu jiǎo Hands and feet; limbs. Also: underhand tricks; tampering. Either the literal physical limbs, or figurative reference to secret manipulation.
手腕 shǒu wàn Wrist; also: skill, tactics, or manoeuvring ability. Either the anatomical joint or figurative reference to clever handling of situations.
手臂 shǒu bì Arm. The upper limb of the human body from shoulder to wrist, or more specifically the upper arm.
手艺 shǒu yì Craft; artisanal skill; handiwork. A practical skill or trade mastered through hands-on practice and experience.
收买 shōu mǎi To buy over; to bribe; to win someone's loyalty through material inducements. To corrupt or co-opt someone with money or favours.
收复 shōu fù To recover; to retake; to recapture. To regain possession of territory, rights, or standing that was previously lost.
收据 shōu jù Receipt. A written or printed document acknowledging that payment or goods have been received.
收支 shōu zhī Revenue and expenditure; income and outgoings. The financial balance of money received versus money spent.
收敛 shōu liǎn To restrain; to rein in; to become more subdued. To moderate one's behaviour, tone, or expression, pulling back from excess.
收留 shōu liú To take in; to shelter; to give refuge to. To accept and house someone who is homeless, displaced, or in need.
收缩 shōu suō To contract; to shrink; to constrict. To become smaller or narrower, either physically or in scope.
收视率 shōu shì lǜ Viewership ratings; audience ratings. The percentage of the target audience watching a specific television programme at a given time.
是非 shì fēi Right and wrong; moral judgement; disputes; gossip. The distinction between what is correct and incorrect, or the quarrels and gossip tha...
柿子 shì zi Persimmon. An orange-red fruit with a smooth skin and sweet, sometimes astringent flesh, widely eaten in East Asia.
视力 shì lì Eyesight; visual acuity. The measurable ability of the eyes to resolve fine detail and see clearly at distance.
视察 shì chá To inspect; to make an official inspection tour. To visit and examine a place, situation, or work in an official supervisory capacity.
视线 shì xiàn Line of sight; gaze; one's eyes. The imaginary line along which a person looks, or the direction in which someone's attention is directed.
视觉 shì jué Vision; the visual sense; visual perception. The faculty or experience of seeing, or the visual impression created by something.
视角 shì jiǎo Angle of view; perspective; vantage point. The specific angle or standpoint from which something is observed, analysed, or presented — li...
视野 shì yě Field of vision; visual field; (figurative) intellectual horizon, breadth of knowledge and experience.
试用 shì yòng To try out; to use on a trial basis. To test a product, employee, or system before making a final commitment.
试用期 shì yòng qī Probationary period; trial period. A designated period during which a new employee's suitability for a role is evaluated before permanent...
试行 shì xíng To pilot; to implement on a trial basis. To put a policy, regulation, or system into practice on an experimental basis before formal roll...
适宜 shì yí Suitable; appropriate; fitting. Describing conditions, environments, or choices that are well-matched to a given purpose or context.
适度 shì dù Moderate; in moderation; within appropriate limits. Describing a level, amount, or degree that is neither excessive nor insufficient.
适时 shì shí Timely; at the right time; opportune. Acting or occurring at the most suitable moment to achieve the desired effect.
适量 shì liàng Appropriate amount; the right quantity. An amount that is neither too much nor too little for a given purpose.
逝世 shì shì To pass away; to die. A respectful, formal expression used to report or describe the death of a person of standing or significance.
释放 shì fàng To release; to set free; to emit or discharge. To free a person from custody, or to discharge energy, gases, or emotions that have been c...
首创 shǒu chuàng To pioneer; to be the first to create, establish, or initiate something; to originate.
首府 shǒu fǔ Capital city; seat of government of a province, autonomous region, territory, or country.
首批 shǒu pī First batch; first group; the initial cohort or tranche of people, goods, or items.
首要 shǒu yào Primary; foremost; of paramount importance; the most critical.
首饰 shǒu shì Jewellery; personal ornaments such as necklaces, rings, earrings, and bracelets.
书写 shū xiě To write; to inscribe; to record in writing; to compose.
书橱 shū chú Bookcase; bookshelf cabinet; a piece of furniture for storing books.
书籍 shū jí Books; written works; publications (collective/formal term).
书记 shū jì Secretary; party secretary; (historically) a clerk or scribe.
书面 shū miàn Written; in written form; in writing (as opposed to verbal/oral).
刷新 shuā xīn To refresh; to reload (a webpage or data); to break a record; to update one's understanding.
双向 shuāng xiàng Two-way; bidirectional; mutual. Describes processes, communication, or systems that operate in both directions simultaneously.
双胞胎 shuāng bāo tāi Twins. Two siblings born at the same birth from the same pregnancy.
双赢 shuāng yíng Win-win; to achieve mutual benefit. Describes an outcome or strategy in which all parties involved gain advantages.
双边 shuāng biān Bilateral; involving two parties or sides. Used in diplomatic, trade, and legal contexts to describe agreements or relations between two ...
双重 shuāng chóng Dual; double; twofold. Describes something that has two aspects, layers, or natures simultaneously.
受益 shòu yì To benefit from; to gain advantage from; to profit from something.
售价 shòu jià Selling price; retail price; the price at which something is sold.
售票 shòu piào To sell tickets; ticket selling; ticketing.
属性 shǔ xìng Attribute; property; characteristic. An inherent quality or defining feature of something.
抒情 shū qíng To express emotion; lyrical; to give vent to feelings.
拴 shuān To tie; to fasten; to tether. Refers to securing or binding something with a rope or cord.
授予 shòu yǔ To confer; to bestow; to grant (a title, award, degree, or right).
授权 shòu quán To authorise; to grant authority or permission; authorisation.
摔跤 shuāi jiāo To fall down; to trip and fall. Also refers to wrestling as a traditional sport. Functions as both a verb and a noun depending on context.
数据库 shù jù kù Database; a structured collection of data stored and managed electronically.
数额 shù é Amount; sum; quota; a specific numerical figure, especially in financial or legal contexts.
暑期 shǔ qī The summer period; summer vacation, especially of schools and universities.
曙光 shǔ guāng The first light of dawn; a ray of hope at the end of a prolonged difficult period.
束缚 shù fù To bind; to constrain; to restrict. Also used as a noun: constraints, fetters, bonds.
枢纽 shū niǔ Hub; pivot; key junction; nerve centre.
树木 shù mù Trees; woody plants collectively; timber trees.
树枝 shù zhī A branch of a tree; a tree branch.
树梢 shù shāo Treetop; the tip of a tree's branches; the very top of a tree.
树立 shù lì To establish; to set up; to foster or build (a reputation, model, standard, or image).
树荫 shù yīn Shade cast by trees; a shaded area under or near trees.
梳 shū To comb; to untangle; a comb.
梳子 shū zi A comb.
梳理 shū lǐ To comb through; to sort out; to organise and clarify.
涮 shuàn To rinse briefly in boiling liquid; to cook by briefly dipping in hot broth; to trick or dupe someone (colloquial).
甩 shuǎi To fling; to throw; to swing; to shake off. Describes a vigorous throwing or swinging motion, or the act of shaking something away.
疏导 shū dǎo To guide; to channel; to relieve congestion; to counsel and redirect.
疏忽 shū hu To neglect; to overlook; carelessness; negligence.
疏散 shū sàn To evacuate; to disperse; scattered; spread out.
疏通 shū tōng To clear; to unclog; to open up (a channel, relationship, or obstruction).
耍 shuǎ To play; to perform; to brandish; to use (tricks, skills, or cunning); to act in a playful or deceptive manner.
耍赖 shuǎ lài To act shamelessly; to go back on one's word; to make excuses to avoid responsibility; to refuse to accept a fair outcome.
舒畅 shū chàng Comfortable and happy; at ease; feeling free and relaxed.
衰减 shuāi jiǎn To attenuate; to weaken; to diminish in strength or magnitude; to decay (of a signal, force, or effect).
衰弱 shuāi ruò Weak; feeble; debilitated. Describes a state of significantly reduced physical or mental strength.
衰竭 shuāi jié To fail completely; to become exhausted. Refers to the total failure or depletion of bodily systems or vital functions.
衰老 shuāi lǎo Aging; senescent. Describes the gradual biological and physical decline associated with growing old.
衰退 shuāi tuì To decline; to deteriorate; to recede. Describes a gradual decrease in strength, power, quality, or economic activity.
赎 shú To redeem; to ransom; to atone for (a sin or crime); to buy back.
输家 shū jiā Loser; the party that loses in a competition, negotiation, or conflict.
输液 shū yè Intravenous infusion; to administer fluids or medication via IV drip.
输血 shū xuè Blood transfusion; to transfuse blood. Figuratively: to inject emergency capital or resources into a struggling entity.
输送 shū sòng To transport; to deliver; to convey (goods, resources, personnel, or information) systematically.
霜 shuāng Frost; hoarfrost. The thin layer of ice crystals that forms on surfaces when the temperature drops below freezing.
丝 sī Silk; a fine thread or strand; a tiny trace or amount. Used both literally for silk fibre and figuratively as a measure of the smallest q...
丝毫 sī háo The slightest bit; a tiny amount; not in the least. Used almost exclusively in negative constructions to emphasise the complete absence o...
丝绸 sī chóu Silk; silk fabric. The woven textile produced from silk threads, historically one of China's most prized and globally traded materials.
司令 sī lìng Commander; commanding officer. The person in charge of a military unit, branch, or formation.
司法 sī fǎ Judiciary; the administration of justice; to administer law. Refers to the judicial branch of government and its functions.
司空见惯 sī kōng jiàn guàn Commonplace; nothing out of the ordinary; so familiar that it no longer seems remarkable. Describes something seen so often it no longer ...
水准 shuǐ zhǔn Standard; level; quality benchmark. The measured degree of quality, skill, or achievement in a given domain.
水利 shuǐ lì Water conservancy; hydraulic engineering. The management, control, and use of water resources through irrigation, flood control, and hydr...
水域 shuǐ yù Body of water; waters. A defined expanse of water such as a sea, lake, river, or coastal zone, often with territorial or jurisdictional s...
水壶 shuǐ hú Kettle; water flask. A vessel with a handle and spout used for boiling or carrying water.
水手 shuǐ shǒu Sailor; seaman. A person who works on a ship, especially as a member of the crew handling ropes, sails, or deck operations.
水晶 shuǐ jīng Crystal; rock crystal. Naturally occurring transparent quartz or man-made crystal glass used in jewellery, decoration, and spiritual prac...
水槽 shuǐ cáo Sink; water trough. A basin or container designed to hold water, used in kitchens, laboratories, or agricultural settings.
水涨船高 shuǐ zhǎng chuán gāo When the water rises, the boat rises too. An idiom meaning that when general conditions improve, individuals or related things benefit pr...
水温 shuǐ wēn Water temperature. The measured thermal state of water in a body of water, a tank, a pipe, or a vessel.
水源 shuǐ yuán Water source; headwaters. The origin point of water, whether a spring, river source, reservoir, or underground aquifer that supplies a wa...
水灵灵 shuǐ líng líng Dewy and fresh; bright-eyed and vivid. Describes eyes, skin, fruits, or vegetables that appear moist, lustrous, and full of vitality.
水稻 shuǐ dào Paddy rice; wet rice. The variety of rice cultivated in flooded or irrigated fields, the dominant staple grain of southern China and much...
水管 shuǐ guǎn Water pipe; water tube. A pipe or conduit used to convey water in plumbing, irrigation, or industrial systems.
水落石出 shuǐ luò shí chū The truth will come to light; when the water recedes, the rocks are revealed. An idiom meaning that facts hidden by confusion or concealm...
水货 shuǐ huò Grey-market goods; parallel imports. Products imported outside official channels, typically to avoid taxes or restrictions, or counterfei...
水面 shuǐ miàn Water surface; surface of the water. The interface between water and air in a lake, river, sea, or other body of water.
水龙头 shuǐ lóng tóu Tap; faucet. The valve fitted to a water pipe that controls the flow of water when turned.
爽快 shuǎng kuai Frank and decisive; refreshingly agreeable. Describes someone who speaks plainly and acts without hesitation, or a sensation of physical ...
睡袋 shuì dài Sleeping bag. An insulated bag-shaped covering used for sleeping outdoors or in camping situations.
瞬间 shùn jiān An instant; a split second; a fleeting moment. An extremely brief period of time.
硕果 shuò guǒ Great achievement; significant result; abundant fruits. Used both literally for large plentiful fruit and metaphorically for impressive a...
私事 sī shì Private matter; personal affair. Something pertaining to an individual's personal life rather than public or official business.
私家车 sī jiā chē Private car; a personally owned vehicle used by an individual or family, as opposed to public transport or official vehicles.
私房钱 sī fáng qián Private savings; secret money; funds kept aside without the knowledge of one's spouse or family. A colloquial term with a playful or repr...
私有 sī yǒu To own privately; to possess privately. Also used adjectivally meaning privately owned or pertaining to private ownership.
私营 sī yíng Privately operated; privately run. Describes organisations, businesses, or enterprises owned and managed by private individuals or entiti...
税务 shuì wù Taxation affairs; tax administration. The administrative and legal matters relating to the assessment, collection, and management of taxes.
税收 shuì shōu Tax revenue; taxation income. The total amount of money collected by the government through taxes from individuals, businesses, and other...
说不上 shuō bu shàng Cannot say; cannot claim; hard to say exactly. Used to express that one cannot make a definitive claim or that something does not quite r...
说到底 shuō dào dǐ At the end of the day; when all is said and done; fundamentally. A discourse marker used to introduce the essential or ultimate truth of ...
说干就干 shuō gàn jiù gàn No sooner said than done; to act immediately upon deciding. Describes someone who takes swift, decisive action without hesitation.
说情 shuō qíng To plead for someone; to intercede on another's behalf; to speak in favour of someone in the hope of securing leniency or a concession.
说白了 shuō bái le To put it plainly; to be blunt about it; frankly speaking. A discourse marker that signals the speaker is about to state the core truth i...
说真的 shuō zhēn de Honestly speaking; to tell the truth; speaking frankly. A discourse marker used to introduce a sincere or candid statement.
说老实话 shuō lǎo shi huà To tell the truth; to be honest; to speak frankly. A discourse marker used to signal that the speaker is about to say something candid or...
说谎 shuō huǎng To lie; to tell a falsehood. To deliberately state something untrue.
说起来 shuō qǐ lái Speaking of which; when it comes to it; come to think of it. A discourse marker that introduces a topic, reflection, or qualifying remark.
说道 shuō dao To say; to utter; to speak (used as a narrative verb in storytelling). Also: a point worth discussing or criticising.
说闲话 shuō xián huà To gossip; to talk behind someone's back; to make critical or idle remarks about others in their absence.
顺从 shùn cóng To comply with; to be obedient; to submit to. Yielding to the wishes, authority, or demands of another.
顺便 shùn biàn In passing; while one is at it; conveniently. Doing something additional without extra effort because the opportunity arises.
顺其自然 shùn qí zì rán To let nature take its course; to go with the flow. Allowing things to develop without interference or forced intervention.
顺势 shùn shì Taking advantage of the momentum or situation; going along with the prevailing trend or force.
顺差 shùn chā Trade surplus; favorable balance of trade. A situation where a country's exports exceed its imports in value.
顺应 shùn yìng To conform to; to adapt to; to comply with. Adjusting oneself or one's actions to align with trends, demands, or natural developments.
顺心 shùn xīn To one's satisfaction; going smoothly as one wishes. Describes a state where things unfold in accordance with one's desires and expectati...
顺理成章 shùn lǐ chéng zhāng To follow naturally and logically; to be a natural consequence. Describes something that happens as the expected, logical outcome of prio...
顺畅 shùn chàng Smooth; unobstructed; flowing freely. Describes processes, communication, or movement that proceeds without friction or interruption.
顺着 shùn zhe Along; following; in the direction of. A preposition indicating movement or action that follows a path, direction, or person's wishes.
伺机 sì jī To watch for an opportunity; to bide one's time waiting for the right moment to act. Often implies a calculated, patient, and sometimes p...
似是而非 sì shì ér fēi Seemingly correct but actually wrong; specious. Describes something that appears plausible or true on the surface but is fundamentally fl...
似曾相识 sì céng xiāng shí Déjà vu; a feeling of having experienced or encountered something before, though one cannot pinpoint when or where. A sense of uncanny fa...
俗 sú Common and widespread among ordinary people; folk; also vulgar or lacking refinement. Describes things associated with popular or everyda...
俗话 sú huà A common saying or proverb widely known among ordinary people. Refers to traditional folk expressions that encapsulate popular wisdom and...
俗话说 sú huà shuō As the saying goes; it is commonly said that. A fixed introductory phrase used to introduce a proverb or folk saying in order to support ...
俗语 sú yǔ A proverb, folk saying, or popular expression. Refers to short, pithy sayings drawn from everyday speech, encompassing proverbs, folk ada...
四合院 sì hé yuàn Siheyuan; a traditional Chinese courtyard compound. A residential structure with buildings on all four sides enclosing a central courtyard.
四季 sì jì The four seasons: spring, summer, autumn, and winter. Used to refer to the full cycle of the year or to evoke the passage of time.
四面八方 sì miàn bā fāng From all directions; from every corner. Describes movement, origins, or influence coming from all sides simultaneously.
塑造 sù zào To shape; to mould; to create or craft the image, character, or form of a person, thing, or identity.
寺庙 sì miào Temple; a place of religious worship and practice, particularly Buddhist or Taoist. A sacred building complex dedicated to deities or spi...
思前想后 sī qián xiǎng hòu To think over and over; to weigh up all angles repeatedly before making a decision. Describes prolonged deliberation that considers both ...
思念 sī niàn To miss; to long for. The ache of missing someone or something dear that is absent, especially over a long period.
思索 sī suǒ To ponder; to think deeply. Active, sustained mental effort to work through a problem, concept, or question.
思路 sī lù Train of thought; line of thinking. The logical thread or structured progression of ideas in one's mind when reasoning, analysing, or cre...
搜寻 sōu xún To search for something or someone in a thorough and systematic manner. Implies persistence and the covering of a wide area or multiple s...
搜救 sōu jiù To conduct search-and-rescue operations. A compound verb describing the coordinated effort to locate and retrieve missing, injured, or en...
搜查 sōu chá To conduct an official search of a place or person; to search and inspect. Typically performed by law enforcement or other authorised aut...
搜集 sōu jí To actively gather and compile information, materials, or objects from various sources. Implies a deliberate and systematic process of co...
撕 sī To tear; to rip. To pull apart or split something, typically paper, cloth, or similar material, by applying opposing forces.
松弛 sōng chí Loose; relaxed; slack. Describes a state of reduced tension — whether physical (a loose rope, slack muscles), mental (a relaxed state of ...
松绑 sōng bǎng To untie; to loosen restrictions. Literally to undo a binding; figuratively to relax regulations, controls, or constraints that have been...
死心 sǐ xīn To give up all hope; to resign oneself completely. To abandon desire or expectation for something, having accepted that it is unattainable.
死心塌地 sǐ xīn tā dì Utterly devoted; wholeheartedly committed with no intention of turning back. Describes an absolute, unwavering dedication to a person, ca...
私自 sī zì Without authorisation; on one's own initiative without permission. Describes acting privately and unilaterally in contravention of rules,...
算盘 suàn pán Abacus; the traditional Chinese bead-frame calculating device. Figuratively, a calculated scheme or plan made for personal advantage.
算计 suàn jì To calculate or reckon mentally; to scheme or plot against someone; to plan with calculated self-interest.
算账 suàn zhàng To settle accounts; to balance the books; figuratively, to call someone to account or settle a score.
素 sù Plain and unadorned; simple in its natural state; vegetarian (of food, containing no meat); also used as an adverb meaning 'always,' 'ord...
素不相识 sù bù xiāng shí To have never met or known each other before; complete strangers with no prior acquaintance or connection whatsoever.
素养 sù yǎng Cultivated quality; comprehensive inner accomplishment formed through education and practice; moral and intellectual cultivation.
素描 sù miáo A sketch or drawing made primarily with pencil or charcoal, without the use of colour. Refers both to the technique of sketching as a dis...
素材 sù cái Raw material or source material drawn upon in creative, academic, or journalistic work. The original data, experiences, observations, or ...
素食 sù shí Vegetarian food; a diet that excludes meat and sometimes other animal products. Also refers to the practice or philosophy of vegetarianis...
耸立 sǒng lì To tower; to stand tall and imposingly. Describes structures, mountains, or figures that rise steeply and prominently above their surroun...
艘 sōu A measure word used to count ships, boats, submarines, and other large watercraft. The standard classifier for sea vessels of significant...
苏醒 sū xǐng To regain consciousness after unconsciousness, deep sleep, or a dormant state. Can refer to both a physical awakening from unconsciousnes...
蒜 suàn Garlic; the bulb of Allium sativum, widely used as a pungent flavouring in Chinese cuisine and valued in traditional medicine.
虽说 suī shuō Although; even though; while it is true that. A conjunction introducing a concession before presenting the main point.
诉苦 sù kǔ To pour out one's hardships, grievances, or complaints to someone. Implies expressing personal suffering and seeking the sympathy or unde...
诉讼 sù sòng A lawsuit or legal action; litigation. Refers to the formal legal process of bringing a civil, criminal, or administrative case before a ...
诉说 sù shuō To narrate or recount something in a heartfelt or detailed manner, often involving personal experiences, emotions, or struggles. Implies ...
送别 sòng bié To see someone off; to bid farewell to someone who is departing. A formal or emotionally significant act of accompanying a person to the ...
遂心 suì xīn To one's satisfaction; as one wished; fulfilling one's desires or expectations.
酥 sū Crispy, flaky, or crumbly in texture (of food). Also describes a soft, weak, or pleasantly numbed sensation in the body — often from over...
随即 suí jí Immediately after; thereupon; promptly following. Indicates that one action occurs right after another.
随处可见 suí chù kě jiàn Can be seen everywhere; visible in every place one looks; ubiquitous.
随大溜 suí dà liù To follow the crowd; to go along with the majority without independent thinking; to do as everyone else does.
随心所欲 suí xīn suǒ yù To do as one pleases; to act entirely according to one's own desires without restraint or external constraint.
随时随地 suí shí suí dì At any time and any place; anytime and anywhere; without restriction of time or location.
随机 suí jī Random; occurring without a fixed pattern or predetermined order. Also: adaptive, responsive to circumstances as they arise.
随身 suí shēn Carried on one's person; kept with oneself at all times; portable; always present with the bearer.
饲养 sì yǎng To raise; to breed; to keep animals. The act of feeding, caring for, and rearing animals over a period of time.
饲料 sì liào Animal feed; fodder. Food prepared or processed for livestock, poultry, fish, or other animals raised for agricultural or commercial purp...
所作所为 suǒ zuò suǒ wéi Actions; conduct; what someone has done. Often used when evaluating or criticizing behavior.
所属 suǒ shǔ Affiliated; belonging to; under the jurisdiction of. Indicates organizational membership or ownership.
所谓 suǒ wèi So-called; what is known as. Used to introduce a term, often with skepticism or irony.
损 sǔn To damage; to harm; to lose. Also: mean-spirited or sarcastic (colloquial).
损人利己 sǔn rén lì jǐ To benefit oneself at others' expense. Describes selfish behavior that harms others for personal gain.
损伤 sǔn shāng To injure; to damage; injury or harm. Often refers to bodily or structural damage.
损坏 sǔn huài To damage; to break; to impair. Describes physical harm to objects or equipment.
索取 suǒ qǔ To ask for; to demand; to solicit. Implies requesting something one feels entitled to or needs.
索性 suǒ xìng Simply; might as well; just go ahead and. Indicates doing something decisively rather than hesitating.
索赔 suǒ péi To claim compensation; to demand damages. Formal term for seeking payment for losses.
缩 suō To shrink; to contract; to recoil. Describes reduction in size or withdrawal.
缩影 suō yǐng Miniature; epitome; microcosm. Something that represents a larger whole in smaller form.
缩水 suō shuǐ To shrink (of fabric); to diminish in value or quantity. Originally about cloth shrinking, now widely used for decreases.
锁定 suǒ dìng To lock; to fix on; to secure. Can be physical (locking) or abstract (securing a target or position).
隧道 suì dào Tunnel. An underground or underwater passage for roads, railways, or pedestrians.
顺手 shùn shǒu Conveniently; smoothly. As an adjective, handy or easy to use.
顺路 shùn lù On the way; along the route. As an adverb, conveniently while passing by.
三角 sān jiǎo Triangle; triangular; three-cornered. Refers to the geometric shape with three sides and three angles, and by extension anything having t...
深情 shēn qíng Deep affection; profound love. As an adjective, deeply affectionate or sentimental.
生死 shēng sǐ Life and death; a matter of life or death. As a modifier, vital, critical, or desperate.
神气 shén qì Spirited demeanor; proud air. As an adjective, cocky, smug, or full of oneself.
私下 sī xià In private; privately; behind the scenes. As an adverb, secretly or unofficially.
失落 shī luò To lose; to be lost. As an adjective, disappointed, dejected, or let down.
少见 shǎo jiàn Rarely seen; uncommon; seldom. As an adjective, rare or unusual.
私立 sī lì Privately established; private. As an adjective, privately owned or funded.
竖 shù To erect; to set upright; to stand up. As an adjective, vertical or upright.