吃
Character Breakdown
Components: 口 + 乞
A mouth begging — to eat
Details
| Pinyin | chī |
| Meanings | to eat |
| Stroke Count | 6 |
| Radical | 口 (#30 — mouth) |
| HSK Levels | HSK 2, HSK 4, HSK 5, HSK 6 |
| Frequency | #142 most common |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 吃 mean in Chinese?
吃 (chī) means "to eat" in Chinese. It appears in HSK level 2, 4, 5, 6.
How many strokes does 吃 have?
The Chinese character 吃 has 6 strokes. Its radical is 口 (mouth).
What is the radical of 吃?
The radical of 吃 is 口 (mouth, Kangxi radical #30).