HSK 7-9 · Chinese hanzi
夷 — barbarian
- Reading
- yí
- Meaning
- barbarian; level; smooth
- HSK level
- HSK 7-9
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
夷 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 7-9 level. Its primary reading is yí and it means barbarian; level; smooth. 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.
夷 appears in everyday chinese words such as 化险为夷 (turn danger into safety).
Chinese words containing 夷
Frequently asked questions
What does 夷 mean in Chinese?
夷 means barbarian; level; smooth in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 7-9 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 夷 read?
夷 is read yí. Reading it inside real words — 化险为夷 — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 夷 — is it HSK 7-9?
Yes. 夷 is on the official HSK 7-9 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 夷 in a word?
A common word containing 夷 is 化险为夷 (huàxiǎnwéiyí) — "turn danger into safety". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 夷 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 夷 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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