HSK 6 · Chinese hanzi
异 — different
- Reading
- yì
- Meaning
- different; unusual
- HSK level
- HSK 6
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
异 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 6 level. Its primary reading is yì and it means different; unusual. 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.
异 appears in everyday chinese words such as 优异 (excellent, outstanding), 差异 (difference, discrepancy) and 异常 (unusual; abnormal; extremely).
Chinese words containing 异
Frequently asked questions
What does 异 mean in Chinese?
异 means different; unusual in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 6 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 异 read?
异 is read yì. Reading it inside real words — 优异 and 差异 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 异 — is it HSK 6?
Yes. 异 is on the official HSK 6 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 异 in a word?
A common word containing 异 is 优异 (yōu yì) — "excellent, outstanding". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 异 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 异 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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