HSK 5 · Chinese hanzi
创 — to create
- Reading
- chuàng
- Meaning
- to create; to establish; to innovate
- HSK level
- HSK 5
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
创 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 5 level. Its primary reading is chuàng and it means to create; to establish; to innovate. 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.
创 appears in everyday chinese words such as 创 (create, establish, wound), 创业 (start a business) and 创作 (create, write, work of art).
Chinese words containing 创
Frequently asked questions
What does 创 mean in Chinese?
创 means to create; to establish; to innovate in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 5 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 创 read?
创 is read chuàng. Reading it inside real words — 创 and 创业 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 创 — is it HSK 5?
Yes. 创 is on the official HSK 5 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 创 in a word?
A common word containing 创 is 创 (chuàng) — "create, establish, wound". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 创 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 创 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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