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