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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
快递kuàidìexpress deliveryHSK 4, unknown, 17 strokes, rank #7828, Medium
kuàidì(kuai4di4)kuai di T4
  1. 1express delivery
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March 24, 2026

快递(快遞)kuàidì(kuai4di4)

快递 (kuài dì) refers to express delivery services that ensure rapid transportation of goods or documents. This term is commonly used in the context of logistics and online shopping, where speed of delivery is prioritized.

Strokes17Frequency#7828DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note

快递 services have become a vital part of modern Chinese commerce, especially with the rise of online shopping platforms like Taobao and JD.com. The convenience of 快递 reflects the fast-paced lifestyle prevalent in urban Chinese society.

Memory Tip

Imagine a speedy delivery truck racing down the road, its headlights shining brightly like the '快' (kuài) for 'fast.' The '递' (dì) looks like a hand passing a package, symbolizing the act of delivery. Together, they create a vivid picture of quick delivery.

Meanings of 快递

kuàidì(kuai4di4)
1express delivery
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About 快递

快递Simplified
快遞Traditional
17Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L4IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2BCT✓CEFRB1

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AI Study Notes for 快递

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快递 (kuàidì) vs 物流 (wùliú) — use 快递 for express delivery specifically, while 物流 refers to the broader logistics and supply chain management.

Usage Notes

Learners often confuse 快递 with slower delivery terms like 邮件 (yóujiàn), which means 'mail.' It is used in both formal and informal contexts, but is particularly common in conversations about e-commerce. Be mindful of the tone, as a slight mispronunciation can change the meaning.

HSK Study Tips

Although 快递 is not specifically listed in HSK vocabulary, it is useful for learners at HSK 3 and above, especially those focusing on practical communication in shopping contexts. Students should practice using it in sentences related to shipping and receiving packages.

Common Mistakes

Learners may mistakenly use 快递 to refer to any kind of delivery, including regular mail. Instead, use 快递 specifically for express services and 邮件 for standard mail.

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Component Characters

快kuàirapid
HSK 27 strokes忄
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递dìto hand over
HSK 510 strokes辶
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How to say express delivery in Chinese

“express delivery” in Chinese is快递kuàidì

快递 (kuài dì) refers to express delivery services that ensure rapid transportation of goods or documents. This term is commonly used in the context of logistics and online shopping, where speed of delivery is prioritized.

When to use 快递

Learners often confuse 快递 with slower delivery terms like 邮件 (yóujiàn), which means 'mail.' It is used in both formal and informal contexts, but is particularly common in conversations about e-commerce. Be mindful of the tone, as a slight mispronunciation can change the meaning.

快递 or something close to it

快递 (kuàidì) vs 物流 (wùliú) — use 快递 for express delivery specifically, while 物流 refers to the broader logistics and supply chain management.

What learners get wrong

Learners may mistakenly use 快递 to refer to any kind of delivery, including regular mail. Instead, use 快递 specifically for express services and 邮件 for standard mail.

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Cultural Notes for 快递

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In Western countries, express delivery services like FedEx or UPS are common, but the integration of 快递 in daily life is more prevalent in China due to the rapid growth of e-commerce.

Frequently Asked Questions about 快递

You can say '请问,可以选择快递服务吗?' (Qǐngwèn, kěyǐ xuǎnzé kuàidì fúwù ma?) which means 'Excuse me, can I choose express delivery service?'

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