CHINESE CHARACTER
- Numbered pinyin
- jiu3
- English meanings
- det.: nine
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BUILDING BLOCKS
Structure & components
Single-component character
九 is learned as a whole in this component guide. Recognize its complete shape rather than splitting it into smaller components.
This breakdown describes the written shape. A component's meaning does not always explain the meaning of the whole character.
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Characters with the same pinyin, regardless of tone.
for long time
fault; blame
then
to seize
help
old
moxibustion
study; investigate
correct; entangle; gather
maternal uncle
vin
Example sentences
Read the Chinese sentence, then check its English translation.
- 01
It's nine o'clock now.
- 02
I have nine apples.
- 03
School starts on September 1st.
- 04
He scored ninety-nine.
- 05
Nine people to a table.
- 06
This building has nine floors.
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