地址 (dì zhǐ) means 'address'—the specific location of a person, business, or place, usually including street name, number, city, and postal code. The character 地 (dì) means 'earth' or 'ground', suggesting physical location, while 址 (zhǐ) means 'site' or 'location'; together, they literally convey 'a site on the earth', emphasizing a precise, identifiable place in space.

This word is used formally and informally across daily life: filling out forms, ordering food delivery, registering for services, or giving directions. It’s neutral in register—not slangy nor overly technical—and appears in both written and spoken Chinese. Unlike the English word 'address', 地址 is almost never used as a verb; it functions strictly as a noun. You’ll often see it paired with words like '填写' (to fill in), '修改' (to modify), or '确认' (to confirm), especially in digital contexts like websites or apps.