HSK 7, v, 15 strokes, radical 扌, rank #4720, Very Hard
撤
chè
to take away
HSK 7, v, 15 strokes, radical 扌, rank #4720, Very Hard
撤
chè
to withdraw
HSK 7, v, 15 strokes, radical 扌, rank #4720, Very Hard
撤
chè
to omit; to remove; to withdraw
HSK 7, v, 15 strokes, radical 扌, rank #4720, Very Hard
chè(che4) T4
1to remove
2to take away
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March 24, 2026
撤chè(che4)
The character 撤 (chè) means 'to remove' or 'to withdraw.' It is often used in contexts where something is taken away or omitted, such as withdrawing a proposal or removing an object. This term is commonly encountered in both formal and informal settings, particularly in discussions about decisions or actions that involve taking back something previously offered.
Strokes15Radical扌Frequency#4720DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese, the concept of withdrawal or removal can be seen in political contexts, such as withdrawing troops or policies. This reflects a cultural emphasis on consensus and the importance of retracting decisions when necessary, indicating flexibility.
Memory Tip
Imagine a magician (the character 撤) who 'removes' a rabbit from a hat. The 'chi' sound in 'chè' can remind you of the 'che' in 'chop,' as in chopping away something unwanted. Visualize the magician withdrawing the rabbit to remember both the meaning and pronunciation.
Meanings of 撤
chè(che4)
1to remove
2to take away
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About 撤
撤Simplified
15Strokes
扌Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#4720Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedTOCFLL5CEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
撤 (chè) vs 取消 (qǔxiāo) — use 撤 when referring specifically to the act of removing something that was previously in place, while 取消 focuses on canceling an event or arrangement.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 撤 with similar verbs like 取 (qǔ), which means 'to take.' 撤 is more formal and is often used in contexts involving withdrawal or removal. Common collocations include 撤回 (withdraw) and 撤掉 (remove).
HSK Study Tips
Although 撤 is not in the HSK vocabulary list, it connects well with other verbs related to actions such as 走 (zǒu - to go) and 去 (qù - to leave). Focus on using it in phrases that express actions of removal or withdrawal in various contexts.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 撤 with 取 (qǔ), mistakenly using it in contexts where simply 'to take' is more appropriate. For example, saying '我想撤这个东西' (I want to remove this thing) can be misleading if the intent is just to pick it up; instead, use 取 (qǔ).
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Pronunciation of 撤
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Decomposition of 撤
IDS Structure⿲扌育攵
撤Full Character
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扌shou3
left
育yu4
middle
攵pu1
right
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How to say to remove in Chinese
“to remove” in Chinese is撤chè
The character 撤 (chè) means 'to remove' or 'to withdraw.' It is often used in contexts where something is taken away or omitted, such as withdrawing a proposal or removing an object. This term is commonly encountered in both formal and informal settings, particularly in discussions about decisions or actions that involve taking back something previously offered.
When to use 撤
Be careful not to confuse 撤 with similar verbs like 取 (qǔ), which means 'to take.' 撤 is more formal and is often used in contexts involving withdrawal or removal. Common collocations include 撤回 (withdraw) and 撤掉 (remove).
撤 or something close to it
撤 (chè) vs 取消 (qǔxiāo) — use 撤 when referring specifically to the act of removing something that was previously in place, while 取消 focuses on canceling an event or arrangement.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 撤 with 取 (qǔ), mistakenly using it in contexts where simply 'to take' is more appropriate. For example, saying '我想撤这个东西' (I want to remove this thing) can be misleading if the intent is just to pick it up; instead, use 取 (qǔ).
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Grammar Patterns of 撤
撤 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 4 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.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
军队的____出为独立铺平了道路。
The pull-out of the army paves the way for independence.
Example Sentences for 撤 (10)
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1
军队的撤出为独立铺平了道路。
jūn duì de chè chū wéi dú lì pū píng le dào lù。
The pull-out of the army paves the way for independence.
2
这本书因含有需要删除的问题章节而被撤回。
zhè běn shū yīn hán yǒu xū yào shān chú de wèn tí zhāng jié ér bèi chè huí。
The book was withdrawn for the offending passages to be deleted.
