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印刷术yìnshuāshùprintingHSK 7, unknown, 18 strokes, rank #48449, Very Hard
印刷术yìnshuāshùprinting technologyHSK 7, unknown, 18 strokes, rank #48449, Very Hard
yìnshuāshù(yin4shua1shu4)yin shua shu T4
  1. 1printing
  2. 2printing technology
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March 24, 2026

印刷术(印刷術)yìnshuāshù(yin4shua1shu4)

印刷术 refers to the technology and methods used for printing text and images, particularly through techniques like lithography, letterpress, and digital printing. It is essential in the production of books, newspapers, and other printed materials, playing a crucial role in the dissemination of information.

Strokes18Frequency#48449DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

The development of 印刷术 in China, especially during the Tang and Song dynasties, significantly impacted literacy and education, leading to the spread of knowledge and culture. This technology is celebrated in Chinese history for its role in enabling the mass production of texts.

Memory tip

Imagine a large printing press, where the '印' (yin) resembles the 'ink' being pressed onto paper, while '刷' (shua) can remind you of 'brush', as in the brushes used to apply ink. The '术' (shu) suggests a skill or technique, so together you can visualize the skilled art of printing.

Meanings of 印刷术

yìnshuāshù(yin4shua1shu4)
1printing
2printing technology
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印刷术Simplified
印刷術Traditional
18Strokes
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#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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Usage Notes

When using 印刷术, it's important to note that it is often used in more formal contexts, especially in discussions about technology and history. Common collocations include '现代印刷术' (modern printing technology) and '传统印刷术' (traditional printing technology). Pay attention to the tones to avoid confusion with similar-sounding words.

HSK Study Tips

Although 印刷术 does not appear in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects to HSK level 4 topics related to technology and media. Students should focus on the individual characters and their meanings to better understand compound words in the future.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 印刷术 with related terms like 打印 (dǎ yìn, to print) since both involve printing. For example, saying '我会印刷这份文件' (I will print this document) should use 打印 instead of 印刷术, which refers specifically to the technology.

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Component characters

印yìnto print
HSK 65 strokes卩
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刷shuāto brush
HSK 38 strokes刂
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术shùmethod
HSK 45 strokes木
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How to say printing in Chinese

“printing” in Chinese is印刷术yìnshuāshù

印刷术 refers to the technology and methods used for printing text and images, particularly through techniques like lithography, letterpress, and digital printing. It is essential in the production of books, newspapers, and other printed materials, playing a crucial role in the dissemination of information.

When to use 印刷术

When using 印刷术, it's important to note that it is often used in more formal contexts, especially in discussions about technology and history. Common collocations include '现代印刷术' (modern printing technology) and '传统印刷术' (traditional printing technology). Pay attention to the tones to avoid confusion with similar-sounding words.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 印刷术 with related terms like 打印 (dǎ yìn, to print) since both involve printing. For example, saying '我会印刷这份文件' (I will print this document) should use 打印 instead of 印刷术, which refers specifically to the technology.

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印刷 is a more general term for printing, while 印刷术 specifically refers to the techniques and technologies behind the printing process.

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