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