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March 24, 2026
一会儿(一會兒)yíhuìr(yi1hui4er5)
一会儿 (yī huìr) refers to a short, unspecified period of time. It is commonly used to indicate that something will happen soon or to describe a brief pause in activity, often in casual conversations.
Strokes9Frequency#927DifficultyEasy
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of time can be more fluid; saying '一会儿' often reflects a laid-back attitude towards punctuality in social settings.
Memory Tip
Imagine a clock with hands that move slowly at first, representing the short duration of 'a while.' The character 一 (one) and 会 (to meet) together symbolize that you will meet or do something in just a moment. Think of it as waiting for a friend for just a 'little while.'
Meanings of 一会儿
yíhuìr(yi1hui4er5)
1a while
2also pr. [yī huǐ r]
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About 一会儿
一会儿Simplified
一會兒Traditional
9Strokes
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副词fùcíadverb (adv.)Part of Speech
#927Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L3HSK 3.0L2ElementaryTOCFLL1HSKKL1CEFRA1
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稍等 (shāo děng) vs 一会儿 (yī huìr): use 一会儿 for a less specific, more casual time frame, while 稍等 indicates a brief wait with a slightly more formal tone.
Usage Notes
一会儿 is informal and typically used in spoken Chinese. Learners often confuse it with 一会 (yī huì), which is a different phrase. Be mindful of the tone—correct pronunciation is crucial for clarity.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 3 word, 一会儿 connects with other time-related vocabulary. Students should practice using it in sentences to describe future actions, focusing on the context of timing.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mispronounce 一会儿 as 'yī huǐ' instead of 'yī huìr.' Additionally, some may confuse it with phrases like '一段时间' (yī duàn shíjiān), which means a longer duration. It's important to remember that 一会儿 is for short intervals.
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一会儿 (yī huìr) refers to a short, unspecified period of time. It is commonly used to indicate that something will happen soon or to describe a brief pause in activity, often in casual conversations.
When to use 一会儿
一会儿 is informal and typically used in spoken Chinese. Learners often confuse it with 一会 (yī huì), which is a different phrase. Be mindful of the tone—correct pronunciation is crucial for clarity.
一会儿 or something close to it
稍等 (shāo děng) vs 一会儿 (yī huìr): use 一会儿 for a less specific, more casual time frame, while 稍等 indicates a brief wait with a slightly more formal tone.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mispronounce 一会儿 as 'yī huǐ' instead of 'yī huìr.' Additionally, some may confuse it with phrases like '一段时间' (yī duàn shíjiān), which means a longer duration. It's important to remember that 一会儿 is for short intervals.
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Grammar Patterns of 一会儿
一会儿 functions as a number. It almost always combines with a measure word before a noun (三个人, 五本书). Standalone numbers are rare outside of math or counting. It carries 6 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.
