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张 (zhāng) — use 页 (yè) when referring specifically to pages in a book, while 张 (zhāng) can refer to sheets or flat objects more generally.
Be careful not to confuse 页 with the character 叶 (yè), which means 'leaf' in the botanical sense. In formal contexts, you might encounter this character in printed materials, while in informal conversations, you might simply refer to 'page' as '一页' (yī yè) for 'one page'. Remember that '页' is also a measure word for pages in books.
As an HSK Level 4 word, 页 connects well with other HSK 4 vocabulary related to reading and writing. Students should focus on its usage in contexts involving books, documents, and instructions, such as '翻到第一页' (fān dào dì yī yè) meaning 'turn to the first page'.
Learners often confuse 页 (yè) with 叶 (yè), leading to incorrect phrases like '一本书有十叶' instead of '一本书有十页'. Pay attention to context to use the correct term.
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Etymology of 页
Simplified form of 頁. Pictograph of a head (首) on top of a person (卩). Means "head" when pronounced xié. Has unrelated meaning "leaf" when pronounced yè, due to this character being adopted as a shorthand form of 葉.
A person's head
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Simplified form of 頁. Pictograph of a head (首) on top of a person (卩). Means "head" when pronounced xié. Has unrelated meaning "leaf" when pronounced yè, due to this character being adopted as a shorthand form of 葉.
- 1The giveawayA person's head
- 2On the record aspictographic — someone drew the thing itself.
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How to say page in Chinese
“page” in Chinese is页
The character 页 (yè) primarily means 'page' or 'leaf', often used in the context of books or documents. It can also refer to a sheet of paper. In everyday usage, it's common to see this character when talking about the number of pages in a book or when instructing someone to turn to a specific page.
When to use 页
Be careful not to confuse 页 with the character 叶 (yè), which means 'leaf' in the botanical sense. In formal contexts, you might encounter this character in printed materials, while in informal conversations, you might simply refer to 'page' as '一页' (yī yè) for 'one page'. Remember that '页' is also a measure word for pages in books.
页 or something close to it
张 (zhāng) — use 页 (yè) when referring specifically to pages in a book, while 张 (zhāng) can refer to sheets or flat objects more generally.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 页 (yè) with 叶 (yè), leading to incorrect phrases like '一本书有十叶' instead of '一本书有十页'. Pay attention to context to use the correct term.
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Grammar Patterns of 页
页 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 3 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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Common Confusions with 页
Similar pronunciation and related meaning but refers specifically to leaves.
Similar pronunciation and shape but different meanings.
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Example Sentences for 页 (14)
Word Family of 页
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Frequently Asked Questions about 页
Yes, 页 (yè) is a commonly used character, especially in contexts related to reading and writing. It's essential for learners as it frequently appears in textbooks, articles, and everyday communication about written material.
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