to delete

JLPT N5 7 strokes

Words with this Kanji

Usage of ''

The character '' (shān) primarily means 'to delete' or 'to remove'. It is commonly used in digital contexts such as deleting emails, files, or photos, but can also apply to removing text or other items.

Common Collocations

  • (shān diào): to delete or remove something completely.
  • 删除文件 (shānchú wénjiàn): delete a file.
  • 错误 (shān qù cuòwù): remove errors.

Notes

'' is often paired with verbs like '' to emphasize complete removal. It is a formal and neutral term suitable for both spoken and written Chinese. Avoid confusing '' with '' (to reduce) or '' (to edit by deleting and modifying), which have related but distinct meanings.

Example Sentences

Please help me delete this email.

He accidentally deleted an important file.

You can delete those unnecessary photos.