HSK 4 · Chinese hanzi
寒 — cold
- Reading
- hán
- Meaning
- cold; poor; to shiver
- HSK level
- HSK 4
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
寒 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 4 level. Its primary reading is hán and it means cold; poor; to shiver. 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.
寒 appears in everyday chinese words such as 寒假 (winter vacation), 寒冷 (cold, chilly) and 严寒 (severe cold).
Chinese words containing 寒
Frequently asked questions
What does 寒 mean in Chinese?
寒 means cold; poor; to shiver in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 4 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 寒 read?
寒 is read hán. Reading it inside real words — 寒假 and 寒冷 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 寒 — is it HSK 4?
Yes. 寒 is on the official HSK 4 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 寒 in a word?
A common word containing 寒 is 寒假 (hán jià) — "winter vacation". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 寒 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 寒 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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