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