Everyday characterSound

界

jiè

boundary; world

Frequency
#288Estimated
HSK
Level 3Estimated

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How it is built

介 jiè gives the sound; borders between fields

Sound One part gives meaning, one gives sound.

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Sound family of 介

Characters that share the same sound part. Compare the pinyin to hear how close they are.

Words 1

  • 世界shìjièworldHSK 3 Estimated

Sentences 1

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  • 世界很大。Shìjiè hěn dà.The world is big.