HSK 2 · Chinese hanzi
右 — right
- Reading
- yòu
- Meaning
- right
- HSK level
- HSK 2
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
右 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 2 level. Its primary reading is yòu and it means right. 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.
右 appears in everyday chinese words such as 右 (right), 右边 (right side) and 左右 (left and right, around).
Chinese words containing 右
Frequently asked questions
What does 右 mean in Chinese?
右 means right in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 2 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 右 read?
右 is read yòu. Reading it inside real words — 右 and 右边 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 右 — is it HSK 2?
Yes. 右 is on the official HSK 2 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 右 in a word?
A common word containing 右 is 右 (yòu) — "right". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 右 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 右 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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