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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
实惠shíhuìtangible benefitHSK 6, vn, 20 strokes, rank #28229, Hard
实惠shíhuìmaterial advantagesHSK 6, vn, 20 strokes, rank #28229, Hard
实惠shíhuìadvantageous (deal)HSK 6, vn, 20 strokes, rank #28229, Hard
实惠shíhuìsubstantial (discount)HSK 6, vn, 20 strokes, rank #28229, Hard
实惠shíhuìcheapHSK 6, unknown, 20 strokes, rank #28229, Hard
实惠shíhuìeconomicalHSK 6, unknown, 20 strokes, rank #28229, Hard
shíhuì(shi2hui4)shi hui T2
  1. 1tangible benefit
  2. 2material advantages
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March 24, 2026

实惠(實惠)shíhuì(shi2hui4)

实惠 refers to tangible benefits or material advantages that one receives, particularly in terms of financial savings or value. It is commonly used in contexts involving shopping, deals, or services that offer good value for money, emphasizing practicality and economic benefits.

Strokes20Frequency#28229DifficultyHard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, the concept of 实惠 is highly valued, especially in consumerism, where people often seek the best deals during festivals or shopping events like Singles' Day. It reflects a practical approach to spending and saving.

Memory tip

Think of 实惠 as 'real benefits' where 实 (shi) means 'real' or 'actual' and 惠 (hui) sounds like 'way'—imagine finding a 'real way' to save money on your purchases. Visualize a shopping cart filled with items on sale, symbolizing the substantial discounts you gain.

Meanings of 实惠

shíhuì(shi2hui4)
1tangible benefit
2material advantages
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About 实惠

实惠Simplified
實惠Traditional
20Strokes
—Radical
形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#28229Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRB2

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AI Study Notes for 实惠

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划算 (huásuàn) - use 实惠 when emphasizing tangible benefits or material advantages, while 划算 focuses more on the overall value or cost-effectiveness of a deal.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 实惠 with similar-sounding words that imply luxury or high cost. It is generally used in informal contexts when discussing bargains or deals. Common collocations include 实惠的价格 (advantageous price) and 实惠的选择 (economical choice).

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK Level 6 word, students should focus on its application in everyday conversations about shopping and budgeting. This word is a good example of how language evolves to reflect economic behaviors, connecting with other words related to finance and commerce.

Common Mistakes

Learners often misuse 实惠 by applying it to luxury items or services, which is incorrect. For example, saying '这件衣服很实惠' (This piece of clothing is very economical) when it is actually a designer brand would be wrong; it should be used for practical and affordable options.

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Component Characters

实shíreal
HSK 48 strokes宀
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惠huìfavor
HSK 712 strokes心
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How to say tangible benefit in Chinese

“tangible benefit” in Chinese is实惠shíhuì

实惠 refers to tangible benefits or material advantages that one receives, particularly in terms of financial savings or value. It is commonly used in contexts involving shopping, deals, or services that offer good value for money, emphasizing practicality and economic benefits.

When to use 实惠

Be careful not to confuse 实惠 with similar-sounding words that imply luxury or high cost. It is generally used in informal contexts when discussing bargains or deals. Common collocations include 实惠的价格 (advantageous price) and 实惠的选择 (economical choice).

实惠 or something close to it

划算 (huásuàn) - use 实惠 when emphasizing tangible benefits or material advantages, while 划算 focuses more on the overall value or cost-effectiveness of a deal.

What learners get wrong

Learners often misuse 实惠 by applying it to luxury items or services, which is incorrect. For example, saying '这件衣服很实惠' (This piece of clothing is very economical) when it is actually a designer brand would be wrong; it should be used for practical and affordable options.

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Grammar Patterns of 实惠

实惠 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 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.

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对于____型度假者来说,马略卡岛与伊维萨岛是6月份的绝好选择。

Majorca and Ibiza are tops for holiday bargain-hunters in June.

Example Sentences for 实惠 (3)

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对于实惠型度假者来说,马略卡岛与伊维萨岛是6月份的绝好选择。

duìyú shíhuì xíng dùjià zhě lái shuō, mǎ lüè kǎ dǎo yǔ yī wéi sà dǎo shì6 yuèfèn de jué hǎo xuǎnzé。

Majorca and Ibiza are tops for holiday bargain-hunters in June.
2
批量采购要比零买实惠很多。

pī liáng cǎigòu yào bǐ líng mǎi shíhuì hěn duō。

Buying in bulk is more economical than shopping for small quantities.
3
我们有一趟很实惠的英国之旅.

wǒmen yǒu yī tàng hěn shíhuì de Yīng guó zhī lǚ.

We took a no - frills tour to England.

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Cultural Notes for 实惠

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In Western cultures, there tends to be a stronger emphasis on brand prestige rather than just economical choices, which may differ from the Chinese focus on getting value for money.

Frequently Asked Questions about 实惠

You can say: 这个商店的商品非常实惠 (The products in this store are very economical).

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