HSK 4 · Chinese hanzi
保 — to protect
- Reading
- bǎo
- Meaning
- to protect; to defend; to safeguard; to guarantee
- HSK level
- HSK 4
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
保 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 4 level. Its primary reading is bǎo and it means to protect; to defend; to safeguard; to guarantee. 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.
保 appears in everyday chinese words such as 保 (to protect; guarantee), 保护 (protect, safeguard) and 保证 (guarantee, assure, pledge).
Chinese words containing 保
Frequently asked questions
What does 保 mean in Chinese?
保 means to protect; to defend; to safeguard; to guarantee in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 4 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 保 read?
保 is read bǎo. Reading it inside real words — 保 and 保护 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 保 — is it HSK 4?
Yes. 保 is on the official HSK 4 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 保 in a word?
A common word containing 保 is 保 (bǎo) — "to protect; guarantee". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 保 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 保 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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