下
Meaning:
below, underneath; inferior; to bring down; next
HSK 1
Frequency:
#50
Pinyin:
xià
Strokes:
3
Radical:
一
How to Write 下 - 3 Strokes
Watch how each stroke is written step-by-step
1
2
3
About "下" in Chinese
The Chinese character 下 (xià) means "below, underneath; inferior; to bring down; next". It is classified as an HSK 1 character, making it essential for beginners. This character is written with 3 strokes. Common words containing 下 include: 一下, 上下, 下世.
📚 Words and Phrases with 下
Common words containing this character
一下
(after a verb) a bit; a little (indicating brief duration, or softening the tone, or suggesting giving sth a try)
HSK 2
上下
the top and bottom of sth
HSK 2
下世
to die
HSK 2
下乳
to promote lactation (TCM)
HSK 2
不下
to be not less than (a certain quantity, amount etc)
HSK 2
丢下
to abandon
HSK 2
之下
under
HSK 2
乶下
Polha, a place in the Joseon dynasty province of Hamgyeong 咸鏡道|咸镜道[Xian2 jing4 Dao4]
HSK 2
井下
underground
HSK 2
以下
that level or lower
HSK 2
💬 Example Sentences with 下
See how "下" is used in context
1
请坐下。
Please sit down.
2
下雨了。
It's raining.
3
我们下午见。
See you in the afternoon.
📜 Etymology
Type: Ideographic
Origin: One stroke under another; compare 上 (above)
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- How do you pronounce "下"?
- The pinyin is xià
- How many strokes does "下" have?
- It has 3 strokes
- What does "下" mean?
- below, underneath; inferior; to bring down; next
- What is the radical of "下"?
- The radical is "一"