HSK 7-9 · Chinese hanzi
役 — service
- Reading
- yì
- Meaning
- service; labor; war
- HSK level
- HSK 7-9
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
役 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 7-9 level. Its primary reading is yì and it means service; labor; war. 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.
役 appears in everyday chinese words such as 战役 (campaign, battle) and 退役 (retire from service).
Chinese words containing 役
Frequently asked questions
What does 役 mean in Chinese?
役 means service; labor; war in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 7-9 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 役 read?
役 is read yì. Reading it inside real words — 战役 and 退役 — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 役 — is it HSK 7-9?
Yes. 役 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 役 in a word?
A common word containing 役 is 战役 (zhàn yì) — "campaign, battle". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 役 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 役 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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