阴 (yīn) — how to say "yin" in Chinese

Yin, feminine/negative principle, dark, hidden

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Examples

今天天,我们在家休息。

It's cloudy today, we'll stay home to rest.

今天

Today is cloudy.

Mnemonic

Mnemonic for 阴 (yīn) — yin, feminine/negative principle, dark, hidden

[yīn-] Yinny the Cat prowls around a shadowy alley and spots a glowing 阴 "YIN" sign 🌑 on the wall. The sign flickers like a beacon of mystery, inviting her into a hidden realm of secrets and whispers. This secret world guards the yin side, with shadows dancing in gentle harmony.

Frequently asked questions

How do you say "yin" in Chinese?

"yin" in Chinese is 阴 (yīn).

What does 阴 mean in English?

阴 (yīn) means "Yin, feminine/negative principle, dark, hidden".

How is 阴 pronounced?

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

How do you write "yin" in Chinese characters?

It is written 阴.

What HSK level is 阴?

阴 belongs to the HSK 2 vocabulary list.

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