世
Meaning:
generation, era, age; world
HSK 1
Frequency:
#60
Pinyin:
shì
Strokes:
5
Radical:
一
How to Write 世 - 5 Strokes
Watch how each stroke is written step-by-step
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About "世" in Chinese
The Chinese character 世 (shì) means "generation, era, age; world". It is classified as an HSK 1 character, making it essential for beginners. This character is written with 5 strokes. Common words containing 世 include: 一世, 三世, 下世.
📚 Words and Phrases with 世
Common words containing this character
📜 Etymology
Type: Pictographic
Origin: Three leaves on a branch
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- How do you pronounce "世"?
- The pinyin is shì
- How many strokes does "世" have?
- It has 5 strokes
- What does "世" mean?
- generation, era, age; world
- What is the radical of "世"?
- The radical is "一"