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Common words with 一
| Word | Pinyin | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 一 | yī | one; single |
| 第一 | dì yī | first; number one |
| 一起 | yī qǐ | in the same place; together |
| 一般 | yī bān | same; ordinary |
| 一边 | yī biān | one side; either side |
| 一定 | yī dìng | surely; certainly |
| 一共 | yī gòng | altogether |
| 一会儿 | yī huì r | a moment; a while |
FAQ
How many strokes does 一 have?
一 has 1 strokes. The step-by-step diagram on this page shows each stroke in order, with the current stroke highlighted in red.
What is the pinyin of 一?
The pinyin for 一 is yī. In zhuyin (bopomofo) it is ㄧ.
What does 一 mean in Chinese?
一 means: one; single. It appears in common words such as 一、第一、一起.