HSK 5 · Chinese hanzi
临 — approach
- Reading
- lín
- Meaning
- approach; face; just before
- HSK level
- HSK 5
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
临 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 5 level. Its primary reading is lín and it means approach; face; just before. 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.
临 appears in everyday chinese words such as 临 (face, about to), 临时 (temporary, provisional) and 光临 (graciously honor).
Chinese words containing 临
Frequently asked questions
What does 临 mean in Chinese?
临 means approach; face; just before in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 5 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 临 read?
临 is read lín. Reading it inside real words — 临 and 临时 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 临 — is it HSK 5?
Yes. 临 is on the official HSK 5 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 临 in a word?
A common word containing 临 is 临 (lín) — "face, about to". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 临 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 临 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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