HSK 5 · Chinese hanzi
威 — power, might
- Reading
- wēi
- Meaning
- power, might
- HSK level
- HSK 5
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
威 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 5 level. Its primary reading is wēi and it means power, might. 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.
威 appears in everyday chinese words such as 威胁 (threaten, menace), 助威 (cheer on, boost morale) and 威信 (prestige, public trust).
Chinese words containing 威
Frequently asked questions
What does 威 mean in Chinese?
威 means power, might in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 5 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 威 read?
威 is read wēi. Reading it inside real words — 威胁 and 助威 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 威 — is it HSK 5?
Yes. 威 is on the official HSK 5 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 威 in a word?
A common word containing 威 is 威胁 (wēi xié) — "threaten, menace". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 威 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 威 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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