Writing
其次 (qí cì) — how to say "next" in Chinese
其次
Next, secondly
pronoun
Character composition
其
that (referring back)
次
order; next, second
Radicals / Keys
欠
Lack
#76 · qiàn · 4 strokes
八
Eight
#12 · bā · 2 strokes
Examples
选择工作的时候，首先要考虑自己是否感兴趣，其次才是工资的高低和发展机会。
When choosing a job, first consider whether you're interested in it, and only then consider the salary level and development opportunities.
首先学习，其次休息。
First study, then rest.
Frequently asked questions
How do you say "next" in Chinese?
"next" in Chinese is 其次 (qí cì).
What does 其次 mean in English?
其次 (qí cì) means "Next, secondly".
How is 其次 pronounced?
It is pronounced qí cì (written as qi ci, qici). You can listen to the pronunciation on this page.
How do you write "next" in Chinese characters?
It is written 其次: 其 has 8 strokes, 次 has 6 strokes. The Writing section above animates the stroke order of each character and lets you trace it.
What HSK level is 其次?
其次 belongs to the HSK 4 vocabulary list.
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