洗
Character Breakdown
Components: 氵 + 先
Water comes first — to wash
Details
| Pinyin | xǐ |
| Meanings | to wash |
| Stroke Count | 9 |
| Radical | 氵 (#85 — water) |
| HSK Levels | HSK 2, HSK 3 |
| Frequency | #427 most common |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does 洗 mean in Chinese?
洗 (xǐ) means "to wash" in Chinese. It appears in HSK level 2, 3.
How many strokes does 洗 have?
The Chinese character 洗 has 9 strokes. Its radical is 氵 (water).
What is the radical of 洗?
The radical of 洗 is 氵 (water, Kangxi radical #85).