HSK 5, v, 11 strokes, radical 斗, rank #11087, Hard
斜
xié
slanting
HSK 5, v, 11 strokes, radical 斗, rank #11087, Hard
斜
xié
oblique
HSK 5, v, 11 strokes, radical 斗, rank #11087, Hard
斜
xié
tilting
HSK 5, v, 11 strokes, radical 斗, rank #11087, Hard
斜
xié
slanting, sloping, inclined
HSK 5, v, 11 strokes, radical 斗, rank #11087, Hard
xié(xie2) T2
1inclined
2slanting
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March 24, 2026
斜xié(xie2)
The character 斜 (xié) refers to something that is not perpendicular or horizontal, but rather inclined or slanting. It is commonly used to describe angles, the position of objects, or even figurative meanings such as slanted opinions or perspectives.
Strokes11Radical斗Frequency#11087DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese architecture, the concept of slanting roofs is significant, often symbolizing protection from the elements while also reflecting aesthetic values. This style is deeply rooted in traditional Chinese design principles.
Memory Tip
Imagine a slanted roof where one side is higher than the other, creating an斜 (xié) angle. The left part of the character resembles a roof, while the right part symbolizes the slant, helping you to remember both its form and meaning.
Meanings of 斜
xié(xie2)
1inclined
2slanting
Exercise 1 of 2
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About 斜
斜Simplified
11Strokes
斗Radical
形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#11087Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRB2
Podcast: 斜
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AI Study Notes for 斜
Quick Contrast
倾 (qīng) - use 斜 (xié) when describing angles or positions, while 倾 (qīng) often implies a more pronounced tilt or leaning.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 斜 (xié) with similar-sounding characters. It is often used in both formal and informal contexts, but when describing physical positions, it is more common in technical or descriptive language. Collocations include 斜坡 (sloped ground) and 斜视 (to look askance).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 斜 (xié) connects with other words that describe position and direction, such as 直 (zhí, straight) and 垂直 (chuízhí, vertical). Students should focus on using it in context, especially in sentences that describe shapes or orientations.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 斜 (xié) with 直 (zhí) when describing directions. For example, saying '我走在斜路上' (I walk on a slanted road) instead of '我走在直路上' (I walk on a straight road) is a common error.
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Pronunciation of 斜
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Phonosemantic compound. 斗 represents the meaning and 余 represents the sound.
1The meaning half斗 carries the sense.
2The sound half余 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
3The giveawaymeasuring cup
4On the record aspictophonetic.
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Exercise 1 of 1
Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 斜?
Decomposition of 斜
IDS Structure⿰余斗
斜Full Character
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余Yu2
left
斗Dou3
right
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Identify the Components
Which of these is a component of 斜?
How to say inclined in Chinese
“inclined” in Chinese is斜xié
The character 斜 (xié) refers to something that is not perpendicular or horizontal, but rather inclined or slanting. It is commonly used to describe angles, the position of objects, or even figurative meanings such as slanted opinions or perspectives.
When to use 斜
Be careful not to confuse 斜 (xié) with similar-sounding characters. It is often used in both formal and informal contexts, but when describing physical positions, it is more common in technical or descriptive language. Collocations include 斜坡 (sloped ground) and 斜视 (to look askance).
斜 or something close to it
倾 (qīng) - use 斜 (xié) when describing angles or positions, while 倾 (qīng) often implies a more pronounced tilt or leaning.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 斜 (xié) with 直 (zhí) when describing directions. For example, saying '我走在斜路上' (I walk on a slanted road) instead of '我走在直路上' (I walk on a straight road) is a common error.
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Grammar Patterns of 斜
斜 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.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
地板是平的，但天花板朝他的头这边倾____。
The floor was level, but the ceiling sloped toward his head.
Example Sentences for 斜 (10)
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1
地板是平的，但天花板朝他的头这边倾斜。
dì bǎn shì píng de， ， dàn tiān huā bǎn zhāo tā de tóu zhè biān qīng。
The floor was level, but the ceiling sloped toward his head.
2
拐过斜弯时他竭力将自行车把稳。
guǎi guò xié wān shí tā jié lì jiāng zì háng chē bǎ wěn。
He struggled to hold the bike down on the banked corners.
