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词汇 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
词汇cíhuìvocabularyHSK 5, n, 12 strokes, rank #10112, Hard
词汇cíhuìlist of words (e.g. for language teaching purposes)HSK 5, n, 12 strokes, rank #10112, Hard
词汇cíhuìwordHSK 5, n, 12 strokes, rank #10112, Hard
cíhuì(ci2hui4) T2
  1. 1vocabulary
  2. 2list of words (e.g. for language teaching purposes)
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March 24, 2026

词汇(詞匯)cíhuì(ci2hui4)

词汇 (cí huì) refers to the vocabulary of a language, encompassing the words and phrases used for communication. It is commonly used in contexts related to language learning and teaching, where a list of words is essential for building language skills and fluency.

Strokes12Frequency#10112DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese education, building a strong 词汇 is seen as crucial for effective communication and academic success, reflecting the emphasis on language proficiency in Chinese culture.

Memory Tip

Think of 词汇 (cí huì) as a 'word' (词) bank (汇) where all the important words are stored. Picture a bank vault filled with valuable words that you need to unlock to express yourself fully in Mandarin.

Meanings of 词汇

cíhuì(ci2hui4)
1vocabulary
2list of words (e.g. for language teaching purposes)
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About 词汇

词汇Simplified
詞匯Traditional
12Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#10112Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1

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AI Study Notes for 词汇

Quick Contrast

同义词 (tóngyìcí) refers to synonyms, words with similar meanings, while 词汇 (cíhuì) is a broader term that encompasses all vocabulary, not limited to synonyms.

Usage Notes

Common mistakes include confusing 词汇 with other similar terms like 词 (word) or 语言 (language), as they refer to different concepts. This word is used in both formal and informal contexts, especially in educational settings. Be cautious with the tones; using the wrong tone can change the meaning entirely.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK Level 5 word, 词汇 is connected to more advanced vocabulary related to language learning. Students should focus on understanding its usage in different contexts and practice using it in sentences to enhance their language skills.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mispronounce 词汇 as 'ci hui' with the wrong tones, which can lead to confusion. Remember to use the correct tones: ci2 hui4.

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Component Characters

词cíword
HSK 27 strokes讠
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汇huìto remit
HSK 65 strokes氵
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How to say vocabulary in Chinese

“vocabulary” in Chinese is词汇cíhuì

词汇 (cí huì) refers to the vocabulary of a language, encompassing the words and phrases used for communication. It is commonly used in contexts related to language learning and teaching, where a list of words is essential for building language skills and fluency.

When to use 词汇

Common mistakes include confusing 词汇 with other similar terms like 词 (word) or 语言 (language), as they refer to different concepts. This word is used in both formal and informal contexts, especially in educational settings. Be cautious with the tones; using the wrong tone can change the meaning entirely.

词汇 or something close to it

同义词 (tóngyìcí) refers to synonyms, words with similar meanings, while 词汇 (cíhuì) is a broader term that encompasses all vocabulary, not limited to synonyms.

What learners get wrong

Learners often mispronounce 词汇 as 'ci hui' with the wrong tones, which can lead to confusion. Remember to use the correct tones: ci2 hui4.

Write 词汇

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Grammar Patterns of 词汇

词汇 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 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.

Exercise 1 of 2

Complete the Sentence

老师把他所讲的同前一课中的____联系起来.

The teacher tied in what he said with the vocabulary in the previous lesson.

Example Sentences for 词汇 (2)

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老师把他所讲的同前一课中的词汇联系起来.

lǎo shī bǎ tā suǒ jiǎng de tóng qián yī kè zhōng de cí huì lián xì qǐ lái.

The teacher tied in what he said with the vocabulary in the previous lesson.
2
马尔先生使用了大量苏格兰特有的词汇。

mǎ ěr xiān shēng shǐ yòng le dà liáng sū gé lán tè yǒu de cí huì。

Mr Marr makes extensive use of exclusively Scottish words.

Frequently Asked Questions about 词汇

词汇 refers to vocabulary as a whole, while 词 means a single word.

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