量词
Measure word for “procedure” in Chinese
The measure word for procedure in Chinese is 道 (dào): 一道手续 (yí dào shǒu xù) means "one procedure".
Dictionaries also list: 个.
- 两道手续liǎng dào shǒu xùtwo procedures
- 这道手续zhè dào shǒu xùthis procedure
- 那几道手续nà jǐ dào shǒu xùthose few procedures
Procedure is 手续 (shǒu xù), an HSK 3 word.
Common questions
What is the measure word for procedure in Chinese?
The measure word for procedure in Chinese is 道 (dào): 一道手续 (yí dào shǒu xù) means "one procedure". 个 is also listed in dictionaries.
Can I use 个 for 手续?
People will understand 一个手续, but 一道手续 is the correct form and what exams expect.