HSK 2 · Chinese hanzi
意 — idea
- Reading
- yì
- Meaning
- idea; meaning; intention
- HSK level
- HSK 2
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
意 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 2 level. Its primary reading is yì and it means idea; meaning; intention. 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.
意 appears in everyday chinese words such as 意思 (meaning, idea), 同意 (agree, consent) and 愿意 (be willing to, wish).
Chinese words containing 意
Frequently asked questions
What does 意 mean in Chinese?
意 means idea; meaning; intention in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 2 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 意 read?
意 is read yì. Reading it inside real words — 意思 and 同意 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 意 — is it HSK 2?
Yes. 意 is on the official HSK 2 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 意 in a word?
A common word containing 意 is 意思 (yìsi) — "meaning, idea". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 意 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 意 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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