HSK 6 · Chinese hanzi
启 — to open
- Reading
- qǐ
- Meaning
- to open; to start; to enlighten
- HSK level
- HSK 6
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
启 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 6 level. Its primary reading is qǐ and it means to open; to start; to enlighten. 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.
启 appears in everyday chinese words such as 启事 (announcement, public notice), 启动 (to start, to initiate) and 启发 (inspire, enlighten, arouse).
Chinese words containing 启
Frequently asked questions
What does 启 mean in Chinese?
启 means to open; to start; to enlighten in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 6 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 启 read?
启 is read qǐ. Reading it inside real words — 启事 and 启动 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 启 — is it HSK 6?
Yes. 启 is on the official HSK 6 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 启 in a word?
A common word containing 启 is 启事 (qǐ shì) — "announcement, public notice". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 启 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 启 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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