HSK 2 · Chinese hanzi
为 — for, because of
- Reading
- wèi
- Meaning
- for, because of
- HSK level
- HSK 2
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
为 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 2 level. Its primary reading is wèi and it means for, because of. 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.
为 appears in everyday chinese words such as 为 (for, because of), 为 (for, because of) and 为 (for, for the sake of).
Chinese words containing 为
Frequently asked questions
What does 为 mean in Chinese?
为 means for, because of in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 2 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 为 read?
为 is read wèi. Reading it inside real words — 为 and 为 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 为 — is it HSK 2?
Yes. 为 is on the official HSK 2 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 为 in a word?
A common word containing 为 is 为 (wèi) — "for, because of". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 为 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 为 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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