HSK 2 · Chinese hanzi
己 — self
- Reading
- jǐ
- Meaning
- self
- HSK level
- HSK 2
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
己 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 2 level. Its primary reading is jǐ and it means self. 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.
己 appears in everyday chinese words such as 自己 (oneself), 知己 (confidant, intimate friend) and 各抒己见 (everyone airing their views).
Chinese words containing 己
Frequently asked questions
What does 己 mean in Chinese?
己 means self in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 2 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 己 read?
己 is read jǐ. Reading it inside real words — 自己 and 知己 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 己 — is it HSK 2?
Yes. 己 is on the official HSK 2 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 己 in a word?
A common word containing 己 is 自己 (zìjǐ) — "oneself". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 己 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 己 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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