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