HSK 6 · Chinese hanzi
惩 — to punish
- Reading
- chéng
- Meaning
- to punish; to reprimand; to warn
- HSK level
- HSK 6
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
惩 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 6 level. Its primary reading is chéng and it means to punish; to reprimand; to warn. 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.
惩 appears in everyday chinese words such as 惩罚 (punish, penalty).
Chinese words containing 惩
Frequently asked questions
What does 惩 mean in Chinese?
惩 means to punish; to reprimand; to warn in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 6 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 惩 read?
惩 is read chéng. Reading it inside real words — 惩罚 — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 惩 — is it HSK 6?
Yes. 惩 is on the official HSK 6 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 惩 in a word?
A common word containing 惩 is 惩罚 (chéng fá) — "punish, penalty". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 惩 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 惩 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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