HSK 4 · Chinese hanzi
悉 — to know
- Reading
- xī
- Meaning
- to know; to be aware of; all
- HSK level
- HSK 4
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
悉 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 4 level. Its primary reading is xī and it means to know; to be aware of; all. 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.
悉 appears in everyday chinese words such as 熟悉 (familiar with, to know well), 据悉 (according to reports) and 获悉 (learn, be informed).
Chinese words containing 悉
Frequently asked questions
What does 悉 mean in Chinese?
悉 means to know; to be aware of; all in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 4 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 悉 read?
悉 is read xī. Reading it inside real words — 熟悉 and 据悉 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 悉 — is it HSK 4?
Yes. 悉 is on the official HSK 4 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 悉 in a word?
A common word containing 悉 is 熟悉 (shúxī) — "familiar with, to know well". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 悉 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 悉 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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