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再生 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
再生zàishēngto be rebornHSK 6, unknown, 11 strokes, rank #7592, Hard
再生zàishēngto regenerateHSK 6, unknown, 11 strokes, rank #7592, Hard
再生zàishēngto be a second so-and-so (famous dead person)HSK 6, unknown, 11 strokes, rank #7592, Hard
再生zàishēngrecyclingHSK 6, unknown, 11 strokes, rank #7592, Hard
再生zàishēngregenerationHSK 6, unknown, 11 strokes, rank #7592, Hard
zàishēng(zai4sheng1)zai sheng T4
  1. 1to be reborn
  2. 2to regenerate
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March 24, 2026

再生zàishēng(zai4sheng1)

再生 (zài shēng) means 'to be reborn' or 'to regenerate.' It is commonly used in contexts such as discussing environmental recycling, spiritual rebirth, or the revival of cultural practices. The term embodies the idea of renewal and transformation, often suggesting a positive change or return to a previous state.

Strokes11Frequency#7592DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

The concept of rebirth is significant in Chinese culture, especially in relation to Buddhism, where it reflects the cycle of life, death, and reincarnation. This belief influences many cultural practices, including festivals that celebrate renewal.

Memory Tip

Imagine a phoenix rising from the ashes, representing rebirth. The character 再 (zài) suggests 'again' or 'once more', while 生 (shēng) relates to 'life' or 'to be born'. Together, envision a cycle of life repeating, like a plant growing back after winter.

Meanings of 再生

zàishēng(zai4sheng1)
1to be reborn
2to regenerate
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再生Simplified
11Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1

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Quick Contrast

再生 (regenerate) vs 复生 (revive) — use 再生 when emphasizing a process of renewal or transformation, while 复生 focuses more on bringing something back to life.

Usage Notes

Learners often confuse 再生 with other similar terms like 复生 (fù shēng) which means 'to revive' in a less profound sense. The term can be used both formally and informally, but in academic contexts, it often relates to ecological discussions. Be careful with the tones; mispronouncing the tones can change the meaning entirely.

HSK Study Tips

While 再生 is not an HSK vocabulary word, it connects with HSK 3 and 4 concepts related to life and renewal, such as 生 (shēng - life) and 生活 (shēng huó - life, living). Students should focus on the radicals and context to understand its applications in sentences.

Common Mistakes

Learners may mistakenly write 再生 as 再生 (incorrect) instead of using it in the right context, such as saying 'environmental 再生' instead of 'environmental 复生' when discussing recycling. Ensure you use it in contexts related to rebirth or regeneration.

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Component Characters

再zàiagain
HSK 16 strokes冂
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生shēngto be born
HSK 45 strokes生
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How to say to be reborn in Chinese

“to be reborn” in Chinese is再生zàishēng

再生 (zài shēng) means 'to be reborn' or 'to regenerate.' It is commonly used in contexts such as discussing environmental recycling, spiritual rebirth, or the revival of cultural practices. The term embodies the idea of renewal and transformation, often suggesting a positive change or return to a previous state.

When to use 再生

Learners often confuse 再生 with other similar terms like 复生 (fù shēng) which means 'to revive' in a less profound sense. The term can be used both formally and informally, but in academic contexts, it often relates to ecological discussions. Be careful with the tones; mispronouncing the tones can change the meaning entirely.

再生 or something close to it

再生 (regenerate) vs 复生 (revive) — use 再生 when emphasizing a process of renewal or transformation, while 复生 focuses more on bringing something back to life.

What learners get wrong

Learners may mistakenly write 再生 as 再生 (incorrect) instead of using it in the right context, such as saying 'environmental 再生' instead of 'environmental 复生' when discussing recycling. Ensure you use it in contexts related to rebirth or regeneration.

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Cultural Notes for 再生

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In Western cultures, rebirth often has a more individualistic connotation, focusing on personal growth rather than the cyclical nature of life emphasized in Chinese thought.

Frequently Asked Questions about 再生

再生 emphasizes a deeper rebirth or regeneration, while 复生 is more about revival in a specific context.

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