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