海
hǎi
What does 海 mean?
Traveler reading for VibeHanzi · seen at 1 published landmark
What it means
sea; ocean
In this place
In 北海: sea — imperial exaggeration for a lake.
Remember this
海 on park signs means water body, not ocean. Imperial gardens loved sea vocabulary for ponds — read it as “big water” when you buy boat tickets.
Where you’ll see it
Quick answers
- What does 海 (hǎi) mean for travelers?
- sea; ocean
- Where will I see 海 in China?
- On VibeHanzi it is taught at Beihai Park. Each spot page shows the plaque context; Match locks the reading in under a minute.
- How do I remember 海 on the street?
- 海 on park signs means water body, not ocean. Imperial gardens loved sea vocabulary for ponds — read it as “big water” when you buy boat tickets.