HSK 7-9 · Chinese hanzi
乞 — to beg
- Reading
- qǐ
- Meaning
- to beg
- HSK level
- HSK 7-9
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
乞 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 7-9 level. Its primary reading is qǐ and it means to beg. 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.
乞 appears in everyday chinese words such as 乞丐 (beggar), 乞求 (beg, implore) and 乞讨 (beg for food/money).
Chinese words containing 乞
Frequently asked questions
What does 乞 mean in Chinese?
乞 means to beg in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 7-9 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 乞 read?
乞 is read qǐ. Reading it inside real words — 乞丐 and 乞求 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 乞 — is it HSK 7-9?
Yes. 乞 is on the official HSK 7-9 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 乞 in a word?
A common word containing 乞 is 乞丐 (qǐgài) — "beggar". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 乞 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 乞 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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