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