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