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