HSK 1 · Chinese hanzi
唱 — to sing
- Reading
- chàng
- Meaning
- to sing
- HSK level
- HSK 1
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
唱 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 1 level. Its primary reading is chàng and it means to sing. 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.
唱 appears in everyday chinese words such as 唱 (to sing), 演唱 (sing, perform (a song)) and 歌唱 (sing).
Chinese words containing 唱
Frequently asked questions
What does 唱 mean in Chinese?
唱 means to sing in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 1 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 唱 read?
唱 is read chàng. Reading it inside real words — 唱 and 演唱 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 唱 — is it HSK 1?
Yes. 唱 is on the official HSK 1 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 唱 in a word?
A common word containing 唱 is 唱 (chàng) — "to sing". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 唱 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 唱 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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