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