HSK 5 · Chinese hanzi
呀 — ah
- Reading
- ya
- Meaning
- ah; particle indicating surprise or doubt
- HSK level
- HSK 5
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
呀 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 5 level. Its primary reading is ya and it means ah; particle indicating surprise or doubt. 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.
呀 appears in everyday chinese words such as 呀 (Ah, particle (surprise)) and 哎呀 (oh dear; good heavens).
Chinese words containing 呀
Frequently asked questions
What does 呀 mean in Chinese?
呀 means ah; particle indicating surprise or doubt in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 5 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 呀 read?
呀 is read ya. Reading it inside real words — 呀 and 哎呀 — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 呀 — is it HSK 5?
Yes. 呀 is on the official HSK 5 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 呀 in a word?
A common word containing 呀 is 呀 (ya) — "Ah, particle (surprise)". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 呀 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 呀 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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