HSK 3 · Chinese hanzi
心 — heart
- Reading
- xīn
- Meaning
- heart; mind; core
- HSK level
- HSK 3
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
心 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 3 level. Its primary reading is xīn and it means heart; mind; core. 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.
心 appears in everyday chinese words such as 心 (heart, mind, core), 关心 (care for, be concerned) and 小心 (be careful, careful).
Chinese words containing 心
Frequently asked questions
What does 心 mean in Chinese?
心 means heart; mind; core in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 3 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 心 read?
心 is read xīn. Reading it inside real words — 心 and 关心 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 心 — is it HSK 3?
Yes. 心 is on the official HSK 3 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 心 in a word?
A common word containing 心 is 心 (xīn) — "heart, mind, core". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 心 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 心 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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