正史 zhèng shǐ

official history books; true historical record

Word data

HSK Not in HSK
Frequency Unknown

Definitions

  1. 1. true history, as opposed to fictional adaptation or popular legends
  2. 2. the 24 or 25 official dynastic histories

Characters

Character Meaning
正 zhèng HSK 2
exactly; just (at that time); right (in that place)
史 shǐ HSK 3
history; surname Shi; annals