Word Guide
How to pronounce 一个 (yí gè)
一个 means "one (measure word)". Use this guide to lock in the tone pattern, articulation target, and the mistake most learners still make.
Short answer
一个 is pronounced yí gè and means "one (measure word)". The key target is sandhi yi bu, with the tone pattern Tone 2 + Tone 4.
Why learners miss it
Learners often miss 一个 because many learners keep the first syllable as flat yī before gè.
Self-test
Record 一个, then check whether your pitch contour and articulation match yí gè.
Pinyin
yí gè
Tone Pattern
Tone 2 + Tone 4
Pronunciation Focus
sandhiYiBu
How to say it
Guided fix
How to shape this pronunciation
What to do
Say yí slowly first, then keep the target sound steady as you move through the rest of 一个.
What to avoid
Do not let the whole word flatten into one rushed shape. Keep the target consonant or tone contrast clear.
What to listen for
The key sound should stay distinct instead of collapsing toward the nearest easy English habit.
Quick self-check
Say yí gè once slowly and once at normal speed. If the target sound disappears when you speed up, it is not stable yet.
Phonetic Breakdown
y+i_g+e
Most common error
Error summary
Many learners keep the first syllable as flat yī before gè.
Focus area
SandhiYiBu
Difficulty
Easy
HSK Level
HSK1