HSK 1 · Chinese hanzi
友 — friend
- Reading
- yǒu
- Meaning
- friend
- HSK level
- HSK 1
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
友 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 1 level. Its primary reading is yǒu and it means friend. 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.
友 appears in everyday chinese words such as 朋友 (friend), 友好 (friendly, amiable) and 友情 (friendship).
Chinese words containing 友
Frequently asked questions
What does 友 mean in Chinese?
友 means friend in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 1 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 友 read?
友 is read yǒu. Reading it inside real words — 朋友 and 友好 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 友 — is it HSK 1?
Yes. 友 is on the official HSK 1 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 友 in a word?
A common word containing 友 is 朋友 (péngyou) — "friend". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 友 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 友 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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