卸载 (xièzài) means 'to uninstall' or 'to unload.' It is commonly used in the context of software, referring to the process of removing applications from a device. The term can also apply to unloading cargo from vehicles or equipment, emphasizing the act of taking something off or away.
HSK 7, 16 strokes, Hard
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May 27, 2026
卸载xièzài(xie4zai4)
卸载 (xièzài) means 'to uninstall' or 'to unload.' It is commonly used in the context of software, referring to the process of removing applications from a device. The term can also apply to unloading cargo from vehicles or equipment, emphasizing the act of taking something off or away.
Strokes16Frequency#—DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In contemporary Chinese life, the concept of uninstalling apps has become increasingly relevant with the rise of smartphones. This reflects the fast-paced digital environment where users frequently manage their applications and data.
Memory Tip
Think of 卸载 as a scene where you're 'shedding' an unwanted weight. Imagine standing on a scale, and as you uninstall an app, you see the numbers drop. The character 卸 (xiè), meaning 'to unload,' has a radical that resembles a hand, symbolizing the action of taking something away, while 载 (zài) connects to the concept of carrying or loading.
About 卸载
卸载Simplified
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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卸除 (xièchú) - use 卸载 (xièzài) when referring specifically to uninstalling software, while 卸除 (xièchú) is more general and can refer to removing or taking away in various contexts.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 卸载 as a scene where you're 'shedding' an unwanted weight. Imagine standing on a scale, and as you uninstall an app, you see the numbers drop. The character 卸 (xiè), meaning 'to unload,' has a radical that resembles a hand, symbolizing the action of taking something away, while 载 (zài) connects to the concept of carrying or loading.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 卸载 with 安装 (ānzhuāng), which means 'to install.' Remember that 卸载 is used when removing software, while 安装 is for adding it. This term is generally informal but is widely understood in both casual and professional contexts.
HSK Study Tips
At HSK Level 7, focus on using 卸载 in sentences related to technology and software. This word connects well with other technology-related vocabulary, such as 软件 (ruǎnjiàn, software) and 更新 (gēngxīn, update), enhancing your ability to discuss tech topics.
Cultural Note
In contemporary Chinese life, the concept of uninstalling apps has become increasingly relevant with the rise of smartphones. This reflects the fast-paced digital environment where users frequently manage their applications and data.
Common Mistakes
Learners might mistakenly use 卸载 to refer to deleting files instead of uninstalling applications. For example, saying '我想卸载这个文件' (I want to uninstall this file) is incorrect; it should be '我想删除这个文件'.
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In contemporary Chinese life, the concept of uninstalling apps has become increasingly relevant with the rise of smartphones. This reflects the fast-paced digital environment where users frequently manage their applications and data.
Frequently Asked Questions about 卸载
卸载 means 'to uninstall' applications, while 删除 (shānchú) means 'to delete' files or data. They apply in different contexts.
While primarily used for software, 卸载 can also mean to unload cargo, but it's less common in everyday conversations about physical items.
It is generally used in informal and technical contexts, but it is widely understood in professional settings as well.
