HSK 1 · Chinese hanzi
写 — to write
- Reading
- xiě
- Meaning
- to write
- HSK level
- HSK 1
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
写 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 1 level. Its primary reading is xiě and it means to write. 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.
写 appears in everyday chinese words such as 写 (to write), 填写 (fill in (a form)) and 写作 (writing, compose).
Chinese words containing 写
Frequently asked questions
What does 写 mean in Chinese?
写 means to write in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 1 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 写 read?
写 is read xiě. Reading it inside real words — 写 and 填写 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 写 — is it HSK 1?
Yes. 写 is on the official HSK 1 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 写 in a word?
A common word containing 写 is 写 (xiě) — "to write". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 写 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 写 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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