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