xiāo ㄒㄧㄠ siu1 HSK 7-9

  • to melt (metal)
  • to cancel; to annul
  • to sell
  • to expend; to spend
  • pin; bolt
  • to fasten with a pin or bolt

Stroke order

Practice writing

Draw 销 (1 of 1) — stroke by stroke.

Draw each stroke of the character in order using your mouse or finger. A hint appears after three misses.

Character breakdown

Example sentences

  • 他也是推销员。 He's also a salesman.
  • 谁负责销售部门? Who's in charge of the sales section?
  • 他當推銷員為生。 He makes a living as a salesman.
  • 今年销售会翻番。 Sales should double this year.
  • 我們得銷毀證據。 We must destroy the evidence.

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