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