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