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