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