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