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