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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
出血chūxuèto bleedHSK 7, unknown, 11 strokes, rank #6239, Very Hard
出血chūxuèbleedingHSK 7, unknown, 11 strokes, rank #6239, Very Hard
出血chūxuè(fig.) to spend money in large amountsHSK 7, unknown, 11 strokes, rank #6239, Very Hard
chūxuè(chu1xue4)chu xue T1
  1. 1to bleed
  2. 2bleeding
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March 24, 2026

出血chūxuè(chu1xue4)

出血 (chūxiě) means 'to bleed' or 'bleeding' in a medical context, referring to the loss of blood from the body. Figuratively, it can also mean to spend money excessively or in large amounts, often used in financial discussions. The word is commonly used in both health-related and financial conversations.

Strokes11Frequency#6239DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In traditional Chinese medicine, blood is seen as vital for health, and the concept of bleeding can have serious implications. Additionally, the phrase is often used in business to describe significant financial losses or expenses, reflecting the importance of financial prudence in Chinese culture.

Memory tip

Imagine a character named 'Chu' who is constantly 'bleeding' money every time he takes his wallet out. The radical 出 (chū) suggests 'to go out' or 'to exit', and when combined with 血 (xiě), which means 'blood', you can visualize money flowing out like blood.

Meanings of 出血

chūxuè(chu1xue4)
1to bleed
2bleeding
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出血Simplified
11Strokes
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#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedTOCFLL5BCT✓CEFRC2

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Usage Notes

A common mistake is confusing the literal and figurative meanings; ensure the context is clear. This term is more informal in conversations about spending, while in medical contexts, it is neutral. Be careful with the tones; 出 (chū) is first tone, while 血 (xiě) is fourth tone.

HSK Study Tips

出血 is not currently listed in the HSK levels but is useful for HSK 4 and above due to its relevance in both medical and financial discussions. Focus on the radicals and how they combine in different contexts to enhance vocabulary retention.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 出血 with other similar terms like 流血 (liúxiě), which specifically means 'to flow blood.' Remember that 出血 can imply both medical and financial meanings, so context is key. For example, saying '我出血很多钱' (Wǒ chūxiě hěn duō qián) is incorrect; it should be '我花了很多钱' (Wǒ huāle hěn duō qián).

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Component characters

出chūto go out
HSK 25 strokes凵
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血xuèblood
HSK 46 strokes血
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How to say to bleed in Chinese

“to bleed” in Chinese is出血chūxuè

出血 (chūxiě) means 'to bleed' or 'bleeding' in a medical context, referring to the loss of blood from the body. Figuratively, it can also mean to spend money excessively or in large amounts, often used in financial discussions. The word is commonly used in both health-related and financial conversations.

When to use 出血

A common mistake is confusing the literal and figurative meanings; ensure the context is clear. This term is more informal in conversations about spending, while in medical contexts, it is neutral. Be careful with the tones; 出 (chū) is first tone, while 血 (xiě) is fourth tone.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 出血 with other similar terms like 流血 (liúxiě), which specifically means 'to flow blood.' Remember that 出血 can imply both medical and financial meanings, so context is key. For example, saying '我出血很多钱' (Wǒ chūxiě hěn duō qián) is incorrect; it should be '我花了很多钱' (Wǒ huāle hěn duō qián).

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Cultural Notes for 出血

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In Western cultures, the concept of 'bleeding money' is often used metaphorically in business, but it may not carry the same weight as discussing physical health and blood loss in traditional Chinese culture.

Frequently asked questions about 出血

You can say '他出血了' (Tā chūxiě le) to mean 'He is bleeding.' In a financial sense, you might say '这次投资真是出血' (Zhè cì tóuzī zhēn shì chūxiě), meaning 'This investment really bled money.'

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