A scorpion, a creature that swarms in huge numbers.
Ten thousand, a vast multitude, countless, utterly. Top stroke as a scorpion's pincers and the long curved hook as its tail.
万
Common Usage & Traps
-
单用万字使用常见词组组词（如双音节词）In spoken Chinese, single characters like 万 usually pair into compound words rather than standing alone.
What is the core visual insight behind 万 (wàn)?
A scorpion swarming in massive numbers — ten thousand.
Understanding the internal components of 万 unlocks rapid recall across related compound words.
Appears in Stories 5 stories
Why would a millionaire leave a table of lobster and wagyu untouched? This story explores the hidden rules of business dining and the true cost of staying alert.
-
车是 百万 级的，内饰干净得不像有人坐过。
-
今晚那桌饭 三万二 ，每一口菜都是别人的试探。
-
肚子里那一桌 三万多 的饭菜还没消化，沉甸甸的。
This rhythmic poem helps you practice numbers from one to ten and larger units. Listen to the beat and count along!
-
千万亿 ，两点半。
-
七十五，八百三，九千四， 六万一 。
This playful poem turns numbers into a rhythm of daily life. As you read, practice counting, days of the week, and common time words in a fun, memorable way.
-
零百千 万 亿，可以医椅衣。
Learn the fascinating story behind the Chinese idiom '东山再起' (Dongshan Zaiji), which means to make a comeback. Discover its historical roots and modern usage.
-
最厉害的是，他在淝水之战中指挥东晋军队，以 八万 人打败了号称 百万 的前秦军队，保住了自己的国家。
Follow Xiao Li as he copes with the effects of forest fires near his home in the US and reflects on environmental changes. A thoughtful story for HSK 4 learners.
-
至少 一百万 棵树着了火，很多树已经倒了。
Questions & Discussion 0 questions
No questions or discussions yet. Have a question about this character/word? Be the first to ask!