HSK 1 · Chinese hanzi
宜 — suitable, proper
- Reading
- yí
- Meaning
- suitable, proper
- HSK level
- HSK 1
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
宜 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 1 level. Its primary reading is yí and it means suitable, proper. 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.
宜 appears in everyday chinese words such as 便宜 (cheap, inexpensive), 不宜 (not suitable, inappropriate) and 适宜 (suitable, appropriate).
Chinese words containing 宜
Frequently asked questions
What does 宜 mean in Chinese?
宜 means suitable, proper in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 1 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 宜 read?
宜 is read yí. Reading it inside real words — 便宜 and 不宜 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 宜 — is it HSK 1?
Yes. 宜 is on the official HSK 1 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 宜 in a word?
A common word containing 宜 is 便宜 (piányi) — "cheap, inexpensive". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 宜 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 宜 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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