什
Character Breakdown
Components: 亻 + 十
A person counting to ten — what (variety)
Details
| Pinyin | shén |
| Meanings | what |
| Stroke Count | 4 |
| Radical | 亻 (#9 — person) |
| HSK Levels | HSK 1, HSK 2 |
| Frequency | #407 most common |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 什 mean in Chinese?
什 (shén) means "what" in Chinese. It appears in HSK level 1, 2.
How many strokes does 什 have?
The Chinese character 什 has 4 strokes. Its radical is 亻 (person).
What is the radical of 什?
The radical of 什 is 亻 (person, Kangxi radical #9).