HSK 7-9 · Chinese hanzi
吁 — to sigh
- Reading
- xū
- Meaning
- to sigh; to exhale; to implore
- HSK level
- HSK 7-9
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
吁 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 7-9 level. Its primary reading is xū and it means to sigh; to exhale; to implore. 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.
吁 appears in everyday chinese words such as 呼吁 (appeal, call on).
Chinese words containing 吁
Frequently asked questions
What does 吁 mean in Chinese?
吁 means to sigh; to exhale; to implore in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 7-9 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 吁 read?
吁 is read xū. Reading it inside real words — 呼吁 — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 吁 — is it HSK 7-9?
Yes. 吁 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 吁 in a word?
A common word containing 吁 is 呼吁 (hūyù) — "appeal, call on". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 吁 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 吁 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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