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白色 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
白色báisèwhiteHSK 2, unknown, 11 strokes, rank #2653, Easy
白色báisèfig. reactionaryHSK 2, unknown, 11 strokes, rank #2653, Easy
白色báisèanti-communistHSK 2, unknown, 11 strokes, rank #2653, Easy
báisè(bai2se4)bai se T2
  1. 1white
  2. 2fig. reactionary
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March 24, 2026

白色báisè(bai2se4)

白色 (bái sè) translates to 'white' in English, often used to describe color in various contexts such as clothing, nature, and art. It can also carry a figurative meaning referring to reactionary or anti-communist sentiments in certain sociopolitical discussions, especially within historical contexts in China.

Strokes11Frequency#2653DifficultyEasy
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, white is traditionally associated with mourning and funerals, contrasting with its symbolism in Western cultures where white often represents purity and peace. This cultural nuance can affect how the color is perceived in social contexts.

Memory Tip

Imagine a bright white cloud floating in a clear blue sky. The character 白 (bái) looks like a person with arms stretched wide, showcasing the purity and openness of the color white. To remember 'se' (色), think of the way colors blend and how white can be a foundation for many colors.

Meanings of 白色

báisè(bai2se4)
1white
2fig. reactionary
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白色Simplified
11Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L2ElementaryTOCFLL2YCTL3HSKKL1CEFRA1

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AI Study Notes for 白色

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黑色 (hēisè) - use 白色 for light colors, while 黑色 refers to dark colors.

Usage Notes

When using 白色, ensure you pair it correctly with nouns to avoid confusion, such as in '白色的衣服' (white clothes). Common mistakes include omitting '色' and saying just '白' when referring to color, which can sound informal or incomplete.

HSK Study Tips

This word could fit into HSK Level 2 studies, especially when learning colors. Students should practice using 白色 in sentences describing objects and also familiarize themselves with related color words like 黑色 (black) and 红色 (red) to build vocabulary.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 白色 with just 白, which can lead to incomplete sentences. For example, saying '我喜欢白' is incorrect; it should be '我喜欢白色' for clarity.

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Component Characters

白báiwhite
HSK 55 strokes白
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色sècolor
HSK 46 strokes色
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How to say white in Chinese

“white” in Chinese is白色báisè

白色 (bái sè) translates to 'white' in English, often used to describe color in various contexts such as clothing, nature, and art. It can also carry a figurative meaning referring to reactionary or anti-communist sentiments in certain sociopolitical discussions, especially within historical contexts in China.

When to use 白色

When using 白色, ensure you pair it correctly with nouns to avoid confusion, such as in '白色的衣服' (white clothes). Common mistakes include omitting '色' and saying just '白' when referring to color, which can sound informal or incomplete.

白色 or something close to it

黑色 (hēisè) - use 白色 for light colors, while 黑色 refers to dark colors.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 白色 with just 白, which can lead to incomplete sentences. For example, saying '我喜欢白' is incorrect; it should be '我喜欢白色' for clarity.

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Cultural Notes for 白色

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In Western cultures, white symbolizes purity and innocence, while in Chinese culture, it is often associated with death and mourning, highlighting a significant difference in symbolism.

Frequently Asked Questions about 白色

You can say '这件衣服是白色的' (This piece of clothing is white).

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