HSK 5 · Chinese hanzi
币 — currency
- Reading
- bì
- Meaning
- currency; coin
- HSK level
- HSK 5
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
币 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 5 level. Its primary reading is bì and it means currency; coin. 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.
币 appears in everyday chinese words such as 货币 (currency, money), 外币 (foreign currency) and 硬币 (coin).
Chinese words containing 币
Frequently asked questions
What does 币 mean in Chinese?
币 means currency; coin in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 5 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 币 read?
币 is read bì. Reading it inside real words — 货币 and 外币 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 币 — is it HSK 5?
Yes. 币 is on the official HSK 5 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 币 in a word?
A common word containing 币 is 货币 (huòbì) — "currency, money". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 币 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 币 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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