HSK 4 · Chinese hanzi
勇 — brave
- Reading
- yǒng
- Meaning
- brave
- HSK level
- HSK 4
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
勇 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 4 level. Its primary reading is yǒng and it means brave. 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.
勇 appears in everyday chinese words such as 勇敢 (brave, courageous), 勇气 (courage, bravery) and 勇于 (dare to, be brave).
Chinese words containing 勇
Frequently asked questions
What does 勇 mean in Chinese?
勇 means brave in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 4 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 勇 read?
勇 is read yǒng. Reading it inside real words — 勇敢 and 勇气 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 勇 — is it HSK 4?
Yes. 勇 is on the official HSK 4 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 勇 in a word?
A common word containing 勇 is 勇敢 (yǒng gǎn) — "brave, courageous". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 勇 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 勇 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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