嘎吱(gā zhī)

2 characters

(onom.) creak

Character breakdown

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(onom.) short but loud soundFull guide →
(onom.) creaking or groaningFull guide →

Word information

Pinyin
gā zhī
Meaning
(onom.) creak; crunch
HSK level
Characters
2
Traditional
Same

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