HSK 3 · Chinese hanzi
必 — must
- Reading
- bì
- Meaning
- must; have to; certainly
- HSK level
- HSK 3
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
必 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 3 level. Its primary reading is bì and it means must; have to; certainly. 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.
必 appears in everyday chinese words such as 必 (must; certainly), 必须 (must; have to) and 不必 (need not; not obliged).
Chinese words containing 必
Frequently asked questions
What does 必 mean in Chinese?
必 means must; have to; certainly in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 3 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 必 read?
必 is read bì. Reading it inside real words — 必 and 必须 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 必 — is it HSK 3?
Yes. 必 is on the official HSK 3 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 必 in a word?
A common word containing 必 is 必 (bì) — "must; certainly". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 必 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 必 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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