Single HSK word
芝 appears in the HSK word 芝麻, meaning "Sesame".
芝 (zhī): A type of fragrant plant or mushroom — Stroke Order & Writing Guide
HSK 3.0:Recognition 7-9
HSK 3.0Recognition 7-9
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Common patterns, words, and short phrases that show how 芝 works in context.
芝 appears in the HSK word 芝麻, meaning "Sesame".
Real-world example sentences demonstrating how 芝 is used in context
A fragrant grass (艹) or mushroom, with a sound hint from 之 (zhī) meaning go or this.
Sesame
Reishi mushroom is a precious Chinese medicinal herb
Chicago is an important city in the United States
Some sesame seeds are sprinkled on the bread