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