Writing
数学 (shùxué) — how to say "mathematics" in Chinese
数学
Mathematics
noun
Character composition
数
number
学
study, science
Radicals / Keys
子
Child
#39 · zǐ · 3 strokes
攴
Rap, tap
#66 · pū · 4 strokes
Collocations
数学课
shùxué kè
math class
学数学
xué shùxué
study math
数学老师
shùxué lǎoshī
math teacher
Examples
数学是一门非常重要的基础学科。
Mathematics is a very important fundamental subject.
我的数学成绩不错。
My math grades are good.
Mnemonic
[shùxué-] Shu the wizard uses 数学 mathematics to create magical potions. He measures ingredients with perfect numbers 数 and studies 学 the science of spells. His cauldron bubbles over with formulas and equations, ready to cast a spell of intellect! 🧙♂️🔮
Frequently asked questions
How do you say "mathematics" in Chinese?
"mathematics" in Chinese is 数学 (shùxué).
数学 meaning in English
数学 (shùxué) means "Mathematics".
How is 数学 pronounced?
It is pronounced shùxué (written as shuxue). You can listen to the pronunciation on this page.
How do you write "mathematics" in Chinese characters?
It is written 数学: 数 has 13 strokes, 学 has 8 strokes. The Writing section above animates the stroke order of each character and lets you trace it.
What HSK level is 数学?
数学 belongs to the HSK 3 vocabulary list.
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