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物体 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
物体wùtǐobjectHSK 6, unknown, 15 strokes, rank #5896, Hard
物体wùtǐbodyHSK 6, unknown, 15 strokes, rank #5896, Hard
物体wùtǐsubstanceHSK 6, unknown, 15 strokes, rank #5896, Hard
wùtǐ(wu4ti3) T4
  1. 1object
  2. 2body
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March 24, 2026

物体(物體)wùtǐ(wu4ti3)

物体 (wùtǐ) refers to an object or substance that occupies space and has mass. It is commonly used in both everyday contexts, such as discussing physical items, and scientific discussions, particularly in physics. The term encompasses anything tangible that can be perceived by the senses.

Strokes15Frequency#5896DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese philosophy, particularly in Daoism, the concept of physical bodies (物体) is often linked to discussions of the material world versus the spiritual realm, emphasizing the balance between the two.

Memory Tip

Think of 物 (wù) as a 'thing' or 'object' that can be touched, combined with 体 (tǐ), which resembles a 'body.' Imagine a solid body of matter, like a rock, to help recall that this word refers to physical objects.

Meanings of 物体

wùtǐ(wu4ti3)
1object
2body
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About 物体

物体Simplified
物體Traditional
15Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L6AdvancedCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 物体

Quick Contrast

物品 (wùpǐn) refers specifically to items or goods, often in a commercial context, while 物体 (wùtǐ) is a broader term that encompasses any physical object regardless of its use or context.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 物体 with 物品 (wùpǐn), which specifically means 'goods' or 'items.' This term is more neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. Remember that tone is crucial in pronunciation, as mispronouncing can change the meaning entirely.

HSK Study Tips

While 物体 is not a standard word in HSK, it relates to scientific vocabulary that may appear in intermediate levels, especially in discussions about physical properties. Students should focus on the components of the word and its application in various contexts to strengthen their understanding.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 物体 with 物品, mistakenly using 物体 when referring to items for sale. Remember to use 物体 for physical objects and 物品 for items or goods.

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Component Characters

物wùthing
HSK 28 strokes牛
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体tǐbody
7 strokes亻
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How to say object in Chinese

“object” in Chinese is物体wùtǐ

物体 (wùtǐ) refers to an object or substance that occupies space and has mass. It is commonly used in both everyday contexts, such as discussing physical items, and scientific discussions, particularly in physics. The term encompasses anything tangible that can be perceived by the senses.

When to use 物体

Be careful not to confuse 物体 with 物品 (wùpǐn), which specifically means 'goods' or 'items.' This term is more neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts. Remember that tone is crucial in pronunciation, as mispronouncing can change the meaning entirely.

物体 or something close to it

物品 (wùpǐn) refers specifically to items or goods, often in a commercial context, while 物体 (wùtǐ) is a broader term that encompasses any physical object regardless of its use or context.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 物体 with 物品, mistakenly using 物体 when referring to items for sale. Remember to use 物体 for physical objects and 物品 for items or goods.

Write 物体

物
体

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Frequently Asked Questions about 物体

Yes, it can be used in daily discussions, especially when talking about physical objects.

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