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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
气压qìyāatmospheric pressureHSK 7, n, 10 strokes, rank #11944, Very Hard
气压qìyābarometric pressureHSK 7, n, 10 strokes, rank #11944, Very Hard
qìyā(qi4ya1)qi ya T4
  1. 1atmospheric pressure
  2. 2barometric pressure
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March 24, 2026

气压(氣壓)qìyā(qi4ya1)

气压 refers to the pressure exerted by the weight of the atmosphere above a particular point. It is commonly used in meteorology and aviation, as well as in discussions related to weather phenomena and environmental science.

Strokes10Frequency#11944DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, understanding 气压 is essential for predicting weather patterns, especially in agriculture. Farmers pay close attention to atmospheric pressure changes to plan their planting and harvesting times.

Memory Tip

Imagine a giant balloon (气) filled with air (压) pressing down on you. The more air inside the balloon, the heavier it feels, just like how atmospheric pressure works. The character 气 looks like a cloud, reminding you of the air around us.

Meanings of 气压

qìyā(qi4ya1)
1atmospheric pressure
2barometric pressure
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About 气压

气压Simplified
氣壓Traditional
10Strokes
—Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#11944Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7HSKKL3CEFRC1

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Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 气压 with other types of pressure, such as 水压 (water pressure). It is more commonly used in scientific contexts, so using it in casual conversation may feel out of place. Remember to pair it with words like '测量' (measure) or '变化' (change) for clarity.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word, 气压 connects to other scientific vocabulary at this level, such as 温度 (temperature) and 湿度 (humidity). Focus on using it within context, especially in discussions about weather or science.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mix up 气压 with other pressure terms like 水压 (water pressure). Instead of saying '水压' in a weather context, make sure to use '气压' to accurately convey atmospheric pressure.

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Component Characters

气qìgas
HSK 44 strokes气
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压yāto press
HSK 46 strokes厂
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How to say atmospheric pressure in Chinese

“atmospheric pressure” in Chinese is气压qìyā

气压 refers to the pressure exerted by the weight of the atmosphere above a particular point. It is commonly used in meteorology and aviation, as well as in discussions related to weather phenomena and environmental science.

When to use 气压

Be careful not to confuse 气压 with other types of pressure, such as 水压 (water pressure). It is more commonly used in scientific contexts, so using it in casual conversation may feel out of place. Remember to pair it with words like '测量' (measure) or '变化' (change) for clarity.

What learners get wrong

Learners often mix up 气压 with other pressure terms like 水压 (water pressure). Instead of saying '水压' in a weather context, make sure to use '气压' to accurately convey atmospheric pressure.

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Grammar Patterns of 气压

气压 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 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.

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当大____力增加时, 膜盒压紧而缩短.

When pressure is increased, the ancroid is squeezed , so It'shortens.

Example Sentences for 气压 (2)

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当大气压力增加时, 膜盒压紧而缩短.

dāng dà qì yā lì zēng jiā shí, , mó hé yā jǐn ér suō.

When pressure is increased, the ancroid is squeezed , so It'shortens.
2
空盒气压计读数亦须作温度改正和湿度改正.

kōng hé qì yā jì dú shù yì xū zuò wēn dù gǎi zhèng hé shī dù gǎi zhèng.

Aneroid readings must be adjusted for temperature and humidity.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 气压

It is pronounced as 'qi4 ya1', with the first syllable having a falling tone and the second syllable having a flat tone.

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