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