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March 24, 2026
舒服shūfu(shu1fu5)
舒服 (shū fú) means 'comfortable' or 'feeling well.' It is commonly used to describe physical comfort, such as being at ease in a chair, or emotional comfort, like feeling relaxed and happy. This word can be used in both formal and informal contexts, making it versatile in everyday conversation.
Frequency#1130DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of comfort extends to social interactions, where being comfortable can relate to hospitality. When visiting someone's home, the host will often prioritize making guests feel 舒服.
Memory Tip
Imagine sinking into a soft, plush sofa after a long day. The character 舒 (shū) resembles an open hand, inviting you to relax, while 服 (fú) suggests being wrapped up in comfort. Together, they evoke a sense of cozy relaxation.
Meanings of 舒服
shūfu(shu1fu5)
1comfortable
2feeling well
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About 舒服
舒服Simplified
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形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#1130Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L3HSK 3.0L2ElementaryTOCFLL2HSKKL1CEFRA1
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Quick Contrast
舒适 (shū shì) - use 舒服 for general comfort and emotional well-being, while 舒适 is more specific to physical comfort or pleasantness.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine sinking into a soft, plush sofa after a long day. The character 舒 (shū) resembles an open hand, inviting you to relax, while 服 (fú) suggests being wrapped up in comfort. Together, they evoke a sense of cozy relaxation.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 舒服 with other similar adjectives like 快乐 (kuài lè, 'happy') or 安全 (ān quán, 'safe'). It's important to use 舒服 specifically for comfort. Note that the tone is crucial: shū is first tone and fú is fifth tone, which can easily be mixed up.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 3 word, 舒服 connects to other adjectives describing feelings and states, such as 高兴 (gāo xìng, 'happy') and 难过 (nán guò, 'sad'). Focus on using 舒服 in sentences that express how you feel in various situations.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of comfort extends to social interactions, where being comfortable can relate to hospitality. When visiting someone's home, the host will often prioritize making guests feel 舒服.
Common Mistakes
A common mistake is using 舒服 to describe something that is not about comfort, such as saying '这道题很舒服' (zhè dào tí hěn shūfú, 'This question is very comfortable'), which is incorrect. A better expression would be '这道题很简单' (zhè dào tí hěn jiǎndān, 'This question is very easy').
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Grammar Patterns of 舒服
舒服 functions as an adjective. In Chinese it behaves like a stative verb: place it directly after the subject without 是 (我很高，not 我是高). Use 不 to negate (不高) and pair it with 很 in plain affirmative sentences. It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Now sit down and make yourself comfortable. You must be very tired.
Cultural Notes for 舒服
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of comfort extends to social interactions, where being comfortable can relate to hospitality. When visiting someone's home, the host will often prioritize making guests feel 舒服.
Frequently Asked Questions about 舒服
You can say '我觉得很舒服' (Wǒ juédé hěn shūfú) meaning 'I feel very comfortable.'
No, 舒服 can also express emotional well-being, such as feeling relaxed or at ease.
Yes, 舒服 is appropriate in both formal and informal contexts.
