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卸 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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卸
xiè
to unload
HSK 7, v, 9 strokes, radical 卩, rank #7335, Very Hard
卸
xiè
to unhitch
HSK 7, v, 9 strokes, radical 卩, rank #7335, Very Hard
卸
xiè
to remove or strip
HSK 7, v, 9 strokes, radical 卩, rank #7335, Very Hard
卸
xiè
to get rid of
HSK 7, v, 9 strokes, radical 卩, rank #7335, Very Hard
卸
xiè
to unload; to lay down; to resign
HSK 7, v, 9 strokes, radical 卩, rank #7335, Very Hard
xiè(xie4)xie T4
1to unload
2to unhitch
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March 24, 2026
卸xiè(xie4)
The character 卸 (xiè) primarily means 'to unload' or 'to remove.' It is commonly used in contexts involving the unloading of goods from vehicles or the removal of items from their original position. Additionally, it can also refer to resigning from a position or getting rid of something, which introduces a subtle nuance of letting go or releasing.
Strokes9Radical卩Frequency#7335DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note
In traditional Chinese culture, the unloading of goods signifies not just physical labor but also the beginning of a new phase. For example, unloading during festivals often represents the clearing of old to make way for new blessings.
Memory tip
Imagine a heavy load on a cart that needs to be 'unloaded' (xiè). The character 卸 looks like a person lifting something heavy off their back, symbolizing the act of unloading. You can remember 'xiè' by thinking of 'shedding' weight, making it easier to move forward.
Meanings of 卸
xiè(xie4)
1to unload
2to unhitch
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About 卸
卸Simplified
9Strokes
卩Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#7335Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
卸 (xiè) vs 拆 (chāi): Use 卸 when referring to unloading or removing items, while 拆 is specifically for taking apart or dismantling something.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 卸 (xiè) with similar verbs like 拿 (ná - to take) or 取 (qǔ - to fetch), which can lead to awkward phrasing. This word is generally informal but can be used in formal contexts when discussing logistics or responsibilities. Be cautious of the tone; the fourth tone can be easily mispronounced.
HSK Study Tips
While 卸 is not specifically listed in the HSK levels, it connects well with other verbs related to action and movement, such as 搬 (bān - to move). Focus on practicing the context in which it is used, especially in phrases related to unloading or removing items.
Common Mistakes
Learners may say 卸掉 (xiè diào) when they mean to say 卸 (xiè) alone, as they confuse the necessity of the additional character. For example, they might say '我要卸掉这箱子' (I want to unload this box) instead of just '我要卸这箱子.'
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卸 = 止 + 卩. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 卸
IDS Structure⿰⿱午止卩
卸Full character
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午wu3
top
止zhi3
bottom
卩jie2
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Parts
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How to say to unload in Chinese
“to unload” in Chinese is卸xiè
The character 卸 (xiè) primarily means 'to unload' or 'to remove.' It is commonly used in contexts involving the unloading of goods from vehicles or the removal of items from their original position. Additionally, it can also refer to resigning from a position or getting rid of something, which introduces a subtle nuance of letting go or releasing.
When to use 卸
Learners often confuse 卸 (xiè) with similar verbs like 拿 (ná - to take) or 取 (qǔ - to fetch), which can lead to awkward phrasing. This word is generally informal but can be used in formal contexts when discussing logistics or responsibilities. Be cautious of the tone; the fourth tone can be easily mispronounced.
卸 or something close to it
卸 (xiè) vs 拆 (chāi): Use 卸 when referring to unloading or removing items, while 拆 is specifically for taking apart or dismantling something.
What learners get wrong
Learners may say 卸掉 (xiè diào) when they mean to say 卸 (xiè) alone, as they confuse the necessity of the additional character. For example, they might say '我要卸掉这箱子' (I want to unload this box) instead of just '我要卸这箱子.'
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Grammar patterns of 卸
卸 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 5 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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