To pronounce "hanzi", say HANZ-i — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
hanzi
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HANZ-i
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"hanzi" has 2 syllables: hanz-i. It rhymes with pansy and chimpanzee, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Hanzi" has 2 syllables: hanz · i.
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