Meanings of 偿还
By ear
Play it, then pick what 偿还 means.
About 偿还
Podcast: 偿还
Podcast: 偿还
Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you
New here?
AI Study Notes for 偿还
偿还 (repay) vs 归还 (return) — use 偿还 when the focus is on repaying a debt, while 归还 emphasizes returning something to its original owner.
Be mindful of the context when using 偿还, as it is often used in formal financial discussions. A common mistake is using it interchangeably with other repayment terms, which might not convey the same nuance. Always ensure the tone is appropriate for the context.
As an HSK Level 6 word, 偿还 connects with other financial vocabulary at this level, such as 借 (to borrow) and 贷款 (loan). Focus on mastering its usage in sentences involving financial transactions and obligations.
Learners often confuse 偿还 with 还 (huán), which is more casual and can mean 'to return' in a broader sense. For example, saying '我偿还我朋友的书' (I repay my friend’s book) is incorrect; it should be '我还我朋友的书'.
Pronunciation of 偿还
Drill the tone of 偿还 with AI-powered exercises, get instant feedback, and earn XP toward mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.
Jason Explains 偿还 to You
Let me explain 偿还 for you
Make it yours
Jason looks at what you watch and listen to, the checkpoints you have cleared, our lessons and what you have been exploring, and explains 偿还 through them.
Sign in free to make it personal. New accounts start with 300 AI credits.
How Well Do You Know 偿还?
Learning Lab
Knowing 偿还 is seven skills, not one.
Its meaning, its character, its pinyin, its tone — hearing it, saying it, writing it. The Learning Lab measures each one from your own practice, on every word you study, so you see what you actually know rather than how much you have done.
- MeaningFree
- CharacterFree
- PinyinFree
- TonePro
- ListeningPro
- SpeakingPro
- WritingPro
Component Characters
How to say to repay in Chinese
“to repay” in Chinese is偿还
The verb 偿还 (cháng huán) means to repay or reimburse someone, typically in the context of money or debts. It is commonly used in financial situations, such as repaying a loan or reimbursing expenses, and implies a sense of obligation to settle what is owed.
When to use 偿还
Be mindful of the context when using 偿还, as it is often used in formal financial discussions. A common mistake is using it interchangeably with other repayment terms, which might not convey the same nuance. Always ensure the tone is appropriate for the context.
偿还 or something close to it
偿还 (repay) vs 归还 (return) — use 偿还 when the focus is on repaying a debt, while 归还 emphasizes returning something to its original owner.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 偿还 with 还 (huán), which is more casual and can mean 'to return' in a broader sense. For example, saying '我偿还我朋友的书' (I repay my friend’s book) is incorrect; it should be '我还我朋友的书'.
Write 偿还
New here? to save your writing progress and earn XP.
Practice writing 偿还 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.
Grammar Patterns of 偿还
偿还 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 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.
Fill the gap
Type the missing word. Pinyin works; then pick the character.
此项债券规定分十年____.
Repayment of the bond is conditioned on 10 years'amortization.
Example Sentences for 偿还 (9)
Ask Jason
Have a question about 偿还?
Jason answers about this word at your level: example sentences, how it differs from similar words, and a way to remember it.
Sign in free to ask. New accounts start with 300 AI credits.
Frequently Asked Questions about 偿还
Typically, 偿还 is used for financial contexts rather than personal favors. For personal contexts, you might use 还 (huán) or 回报 (huíbào).
Jason Recommends
Not sure what to learn after 偿还?
Jason picks three words from your level and explains why each one is worth your time next. It takes a free account so he knows what you already know.