HSK 2 · Chinese hanzi
体 — body, form, substance
- Reading
- tǐ
- Meaning
- body, form, substance
- HSK level
- HSK 2
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
体 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 2 level. Its primary reading is tǐ and it means body, form, substance. To master it, see it in real Chinese content — import an article or YouTube video into InputDojo and every occurrence becomes a one-tap lookup.
体 appears in everyday chinese words such as 身体 (body, health), 体育 (sports, physical education) and 体检 (physical examination).
Chinese words containing 体
Frequently asked questions
What does 体 mean in Chinese?
体 means body, form, substance in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 2 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 体 read?
体 is read tǐ. Reading it inside real words — 身体 and 体育 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 体 — is it HSK 2?
Yes. 体 is on the official HSK 2 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 体 in a word?
A common word containing 体 is 身体 (shēntǐ) — "body, health". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 体 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 体 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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