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