HSK 2 · Chinese hanzi
动 — to move, to act, to stir, to use
- Reading
- dòng
- Meaning
- to move, to act, to stir, to use
- HSK level
- HSK 2
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
动 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 2 level. Its primary reading is dòng and it means to move, to act, to stir, to use. 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.
动 appears in everyday chinese words such as 动 (move, act), 运动 (sport, exercise) and 动物 (animal).
Chinese words containing 动
Frequently asked questions
What does 动 mean in Chinese?
动 means to move, to act, to stir, to use in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 2 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 动 read?
动 is read dòng. Reading it inside real words — 动 and 运动 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 动 — is it HSK 2?
Yes. 动 is on the official HSK 2 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 动 in a word?
A common word containing 动 is 动 (dòng) — "move, act". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 动 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 动 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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