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