HSK 3 · Chinese hanzi
姨 — aunt (mother's sister)
- Reading
- yí
- Meaning
- aunt (mother's sister)
- HSK level
- HSK 3
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
姨 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 3 level. Its primary reading is yí and it means aunt (mother's sister). 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.
姨 appears in everyday chinese words such as 姨 (aunt (mother's sister)) and 阿姨 (aunt, madam, nurse).
Chinese words containing 姨
Frequently asked questions
What does 姨 mean in Chinese?
姨 means aunt (mother's sister) in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 3 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 姨 read?
姨 is read yí. Reading it inside real words — 姨 and 阿姨 — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 姨 — is it HSK 3?
Yes. 姨 is on the official HSK 3 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 姨 in a word?
A common word containing 姨 is 姨 (yí) — "aunt (mother's sister)". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 姨 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 姨 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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