个子 (gèzi) — how to say "height" in Chinese

个子

Height, stature

Character composition

individual, single

noun suffix

Radicals / Keys

Child

#39 · · 3 strokes

Line

#2 · gǔn · 1 strokes

Examples

打篮球的运动员通常个子都很高。

Basketball players are usually very tall.

个子很高。

He is very tall.

Mnemonic

Mnemonic for 个子 (gèzi) — height, stature

[gèzi-] Gizmo the Goblin measures his height with a 个 ruler, amazed that his 子 stature 📏 matches the legendary "Goblin King" standard. "个子 Height is my ticket to the goblin throne!" he exclaims, reveling in his individual achievement.

Frequently asked questions

How do you say "height" in Chinese?

"height" in Chinese is 个子 (gèzi).

What does 个子 mean in English?

个子 (gèzi) means "Height, stature".

How is 个子 pronounced?

It is pronounced gèzi (written as gezi). The page has audio recorded by a native speaker.

How do you write "height" in Chinese characters?

It is written 个子.

What HSK level is 个子?

个子 belongs to the HSK 3 vocabulary list.

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