HSK 4 · Chinese hanzi
幽 — secluded
- Reading
- yōu
- Meaning
- secluded
- HSK level
- HSK 4
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
幽 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 4 level. Its primary reading is yōu and it means secluded. 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.
幽 appears in everyday chinese words such as 幽默 (humorous, humor).
Chinese words containing 幽
Frequently asked questions
What does 幽 mean in Chinese?
幽 means secluded in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 4 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 幽 read?
幽 is read yōu. Reading it inside real words — 幽默 — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 幽 — is it HSK 4?
Yes. 幽 is on the official HSK 4 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 幽 in a word?
A common word containing 幽 is 幽默 (yōu mò) — "humorous, humor". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 幽 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 幽 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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