HSK 7-9 · Chinese hanzi
债 — debt
- Reading
- zhài
- Meaning
- debt
- HSK level
- HSK 7-9
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
债 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 7-9 level. Its primary reading is zhài and it means debt. 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.
债 appears in everyday chinese words such as 债 (debt), 债券 (bond, debenture) and 债务 (debt, liabilities).
Chinese words containing 债
Frequently asked questions
What does 债 mean in Chinese?
债 means debt in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 7-9 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 债 read?
债 is read zhài. Reading it inside real words — 债 and 债券 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 债 — is it HSK 7-9?
Yes. 债 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 债 in a word?
A common word containing 债 is 债 (zhài) — "debt". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 债 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 债 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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