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