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