HSK 1 · Chinese hanzi
个 — (general measure word)
- Reading
- gè
- Meaning
- (general measure word)
- HSK level
- HSK 1
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
个 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 1 level. Its primary reading is gè and it means (general measure word). To master it, see it in real Chinese content — import an article or YouTube video into InputDojo and every occurrence becomes a one-tap lookup.
个 appears in everyday chinese words such as 个 (general measure word), 哪个 (which one) and 这个 (this one).
Chinese words containing 个
Frequently asked questions
What does 个 mean in Chinese?
个 means (general measure word) in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 1 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 个 read?
个 is read gè. Reading it inside real words — 个 and 哪个 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 个 — is it HSK 1?
Yes. 个 is on the official HSK 1 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 个 in a word?
A common word containing 个 is 个 (gè) — "general measure word". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 个 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 个 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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