HSK 6 · Chinese hanzi
寸 — inch
- Reading
- cùn
- Meaning
- inch
- HSK level
- HSK 6
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
寸 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 6 level. Its primary reading is cùn and it means inch. 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.
寸 appears in everyday chinese words such as 寸 (inch (unit of length)), 尺寸 (measurement, size) and 分寸 (propriety, sense of proportion).
Chinese words containing 寸
Frequently asked questions
What does 寸 mean in Chinese?
寸 means inch in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 6 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 寸 read?
寸 is read cùn. Reading it inside real words — 寸 and 尺寸 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 寸 — is it HSK 6?
Yes. 寸 is on the official HSK 6 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 寸 in a word?
A common word containing 寸 is 寸 (cùn) — "inch (unit of length)". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 寸 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 寸 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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