五 (wǔ)
numeral · Beginner · Numbers & Time
Meaning
English: Five
The number five.
Examples
🗣 我五点下班。
💬 I finish work at five o’clock.
Etymology
‘五’ (wǔ) comes from ancient representations in oracle bone script, which show a form related to the concept of five. This numeral has maintained a consistent form throughout Chinese history.
How & Where It’s Used
‘五’ is used in both spoken and written Chinese in various contexts, including counting and describing quantities, and is suitable for both formal and informal environments.
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