HSK 7-9 · Chinese hanzi
弓 — bow (for archery)
- Reading
- gōng
- Meaning
- bow (for archery)
- HSK level
- HSK 7-9
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
弓 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 7-9 level. Its primary reading is gōng and it means bow (for archery). 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.
弓 appears in everyday chinese words such as 弓 (bow (weapon)).
Chinese words containing 弓
Frequently asked questions
What does 弓 mean in Chinese?
弓 means bow (for archery) in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 7-9 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 弓 read?
弓 is read gōng. Reading it inside real words — 弓 — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 弓 — is it HSK 7-9?
Yes. 弓 is on the official HSK 7-9 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 弓 in a word?
A common word containing 弓 is 弓 (gōng) — "bow (weapon)". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 弓 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 弓 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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