HSK 4 · Chinese hanzi
夜 — night
- Reading
- yè
- Meaning
- night
- HSK level
- HSK 4
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
夜 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 4 level. Its primary reading is yè and it means night. 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.
夜 appears in everyday chinese words such as 夜 (night), 夜晚 (night, evening) and 半夜 (midnight).
Chinese words containing 夜
Frequently asked questions
What does 夜 mean in Chinese?
夜 means night in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 4 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 夜 read?
夜 is read yè. Reading it inside real words — 夜 and 夜晚 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 夜 — is it HSK 4?
Yes. 夜 is on the official HSK 4 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 夜 in a word?
A common word containing 夜 is 夜 (yè) — "night". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 夜 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 夜 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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