HSK 3 · Chinese hanzi
养 — to raise
- Reading
- yǎng
- Meaning
- to raise; to rear; to grow; to support
- HSK level
- HSK 3
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
养 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 3 level. Its primary reading is yǎng and it means to raise; to rear; to grow; to support. 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.
养 appears in everyday chinese words such as 养 (raise, cultivate, support), 养成 (cultivate; form (habit)) and 培养 (cultivate, foster).
Chinese words containing 养
Frequently asked questions
What does 养 mean in Chinese?
养 means to raise; to rear; to grow; to support in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 3 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 养 read?
养 is read yǎng. Reading it inside real words — 养 and 养成 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 养 — is it HSK 3?
Yes. 养 is on the official HSK 3 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 养 in a word?
A common word containing 养 is 养 (yǎng) — "raise, cultivate, support". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 养 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 养 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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