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March 24, 2026
盒子hézi(he2zi5)
盒子 (hézi) refers to a box or case used to hold or store items. It can be used in various contexts, from packaging goods to organizing personal belongings. The term emphasizes the shape and function of the container, often implying it is closed and used for storage.
Strokes14Frequency#1794DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of packaging and gift-giving often involves beautifully designed boxes, especially during festivals and celebrations. The appearance of the box can reflect the value of the gift inside.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'box' as a 'hat' (hè) that keeps things inside it (zi). Visualize a box shaped like a hat, holding various items securely, which helps you remember that 盒子 means 'box' and sounds like 'he' and 'zi'.
Meanings of 盒子
hézi(he2zi5)
1case
2box
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About 盒子
盒子Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#1794Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L4HSK 3.0L4IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRB2
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Quick Contrast
盒 (hé) refers to a box or container in a more general sense, while 盒子 (hézi) specifically denotes a box, often emphasizing its function as a storage item.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 盒子 with other similar words like 桶 (tǒng), which means 'barrel'. 盒子 is informal, so use it in casual conversations or when speaking about everyday objects. Be careful with the tone; 盒 (hé) is in the second tone, while 子 (zi) has a neutral tone.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 4 word, 盒子 connects to other vocabulary related to containers and storage. Focus on using it in sentences describing items you store, and practice combining it with adjectives to describe the box (e.g., 大盒子 - big box).
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 盒子 with 盒 (hé), which means 'box' but is used in different contexts. For example, saying '我有盒' (Wǒ yǒu hé) is incorrect; the correct form is '我有盒子' (Wǒ yǒu hézi).
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盒子 (hézi) refers to a box or case used to hold or store items. It can be used in various contexts, from packaging goods to organizing personal belongings. The term emphasizes the shape and function of the container, often implying it is closed and used for storage.
When to use 盒子
Common mistakes include confusing 盒子 with other similar words like 桶 (tǒng), which means 'barrel'. 盒子 is informal, so use it in casual conversations or when speaking about everyday objects. Be careful with the tone; 盒 (hé) is in the second tone, while 子 (zi) has a neutral tone.
盒子 or something close to it
盒 (hé) refers to a box or container in a more general sense, while 盒子 (hézi) specifically denotes a box, often emphasizing its function as a storage item.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 盒子 with 盒 (hé), which means 'box' but is used in different contexts. For example, saying '我有盒' (Wǒ yǒu hé) is incorrect; the correct form is '我有盒子' (Wǒ yǒu hézi).
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Grammar Patterns of 盒子
盒子 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 2 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.
