取
Meaning:
to take, to receive, to obtain; to select
HSK 4
Frequency:
#854
Pinyin:
qǔ
Strokes:
8
Radical:
又
How to Write 取 - 8 Strokes
Watch how each stroke is written step-by-step
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About "取" in Chinese
The Chinese character 取 (qǔ) means "to take, to receive, to obtain; to select". It is classified as an HSK 4 character, making it important for intermediate learners. This character is written with 8 strokes. Common words containing 取 include: 借取, 偷取, 备取.
📚 Words and Phrases with 取
Common words containing this character
借取
to borrow
HSK 2
偷取
to steal
HSK 2
备取
to be on the waiting list (for admission to a school)
HSK 2
割取
to cut off
HSK 2
博取
to win (favors, confidence etc)
HSK 2
去取
to accept or reject
HSK 2
取代
to replace
HSK 2
取件
to pick up a pre-arranged item (e.g. package, document, ticket, reserved book) from a delivery point or collection location
HSK 2
受取
to accept
HSK 2
可取
desirable; worth having
HSK 2
📜 Etymology
Type: Ideographic
Origin: A hand 又 taking the ear 耳 of a fallen enemy
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- How do you pronounce "取"?
- The pinyin is qǔ
- How many strokes does "取" have?
- It has 8 strokes
- What does "取" mean?
- to take, to receive, to obtain; to select
- What is the radical of "取"?
- The radical is "又"