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