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