HSK 7-9 · Chinese hanzi
匠 — craftsman
- Reading
- jiàng
- Meaning
- craftsman; artisan
- HSK level
- HSK 7-9
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
匠 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 7-9 level. Its primary reading is jiàng and it means craftsman; artisan. 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.
匠 appears in everyday chinese words such as 工匠 (artisan, craftsman), 木匠 (carpenter) and 别具匠心 (original, ingenious).
Chinese words containing 匠
Frequently asked questions
What does 匠 mean in Chinese?
匠 means craftsman; artisan in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 7-9 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 匠 read?
匠 is read jiàng. Reading it inside real words — 工匠 and 木匠 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 匠 — is it HSK 7-9?
Yes. 匠 is on the official HSK 7-9 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 匠 in a word?
A common word containing 匠 is 工匠 (gōng jiàng) — "artisan, craftsman". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 匠 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 匠 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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