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出手 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
出手chūshǒuto dispose ofHSK 7, unknown, 9 strokes, rank #6534, Very Hard
出手chūshǒuto spend (money)HSK 7, unknown, 9 strokes, rank #6534, Very Hard
出手chūshǒuto undertake a taskHSK 7, unknown, 9 strokes, rank #6534, Very Hard
chūshǒu(chu1shou3)chu shou T1
  1. 1to dispose of
  2. 2to spend (money)
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March 24, 2026

出手chūshǒu(chu1shou3)

出手 (chū shǒu) generally means 'to take action' or 'to spend money.' It is often used in contexts where someone decides to act decisively or to invest resources in a particular task or situation. The nuance can imply a sense of urgency or commitment in undertaking an action.

Strokes9Frequency#6534DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, the concept of 出手 is often associated with decisiveness in business and personal matters. The ability to 'take action' is highly valued, and making a quick, confident decision is seen as a sign of leadership and responsibility.

Memory tip

Imagine a hand (手) reaching out (出) to grab an opportunity or spend money. Visualize a person confidently making a decision with their outstretched hand, symbolizing taking action or making a financial commitment.

Meanings of 出手

chūshǒu(chu1shou3)
1to dispose of
2to spend (money)
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出手Simplified
9Strokes
—Radical
名动词dòngcíverb-noun (v.-n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedTOCFLL5BCT✓CEFRC2

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Quick Contrast

出手 (chūshǒu) vs 动手 (dòngshǒu): use 出手 when emphasizing decisive action or expenditure, while 动手 focuses more on the physical act of starting to do something.

Usage Notes

Be cautious with the context, as 出手 can imply both taking action and spending money, which may lead to confusion. It is commonly used in informal settings but can also appear in more serious discussions about finances or decision-making. Remember that the tone can change the meaning, so practice the pronunciation carefully.

HSK Study Tips

While 出手 is not specifically listed in HSK levels, it can be related to actions and decisions, which are common themes in beginner and intermediate vocabulary. Students should focus on context usage and similar phrases like '出发' (to set off) and '出发点' (starting point) to grasp the concept of taking initiative.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 出手 with spending too much money, using it in phrases like '我出手很多钱' (I spend a lot of money) when it should be '我花很多钱' (I spend a lot of money). Ensure to use 出手 in contexts of action or decisiveness rather than just expenditure.

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Component characters

出chūto go out
HSK 25 strokes凵
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手shǒuhand
HSK 24 strokes手
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How to say to dispose of in Chinese

“to dispose of” in Chinese is出手chūshǒu

出手 (chū shǒu) generally means 'to take action' or 'to spend money.' It is often used in contexts where someone decides to act decisively or to invest resources in a particular task or situation. The nuance can imply a sense of urgency or commitment in undertaking an action.

When to use 出手

Be cautious with the context, as 出手 can imply both taking action and spending money, which may lead to confusion. It is commonly used in informal settings but can also appear in more serious discussions about finances or decision-making. Remember that the tone can change the meaning, so practice the pronunciation carefully.

出手 or something close to it

出手 (chūshǒu) vs 动手 (dòngshǒu): use 出手 when emphasizing decisive action or expenditure, while 动手 focuses more on the physical act of starting to do something.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 出手 with spending too much money, using it in phrases like '我出手很多钱' (I spend a lot of money) when it should be '我花很多钱' (I spend a lot of money). Ensure to use 出手 in contexts of action or decisiveness rather than just expenditure.

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In a business context, 出手 often refers to making investments or taking decisive actions that can affect the outcome of a deal or project.

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