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