HSK 7-9 · Chinese hanzi
姆 — governess
- Reading
- mǔ
- Meaning
- governess; nursemaid
- HSK level
- HSK 7-9
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
姆 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 7-9 level. Its primary reading is mǔ and it means governess; nursemaid. 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.
姆 appears in everyday chinese words such as 保姆 (nanny, housekeeper,保姆).
Chinese words containing 姆
Frequently asked questions
What does 姆 mean in Chinese?
姆 means governess; nursemaid in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 7-9 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 姆 read?
姆 is read mǔ. Reading it inside real words — 保姆 — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 姆 — is it HSK 7-9?
Yes. 姆 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 姆 in a word?
A common word containing 姆 is 保姆 (bǎo mǔ) — "nanny, housekeeper,保姆". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 姆 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 姆 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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