HSK 3 · Chinese hanzi
成 — to become
- Reading
- chéng
- Meaning
- to become; to succeed; complete
- HSK level
- HSK 3
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
成 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 3 level. Its primary reading is chéng and it means to become; to succeed; complete. 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.
成 appears in everyday chinese words such as 成 (become, succeed), 变成 (change into, become) and 完成 (complete, accomplish).
Chinese words containing 成
Frequently asked questions
What does 成 mean in Chinese?
成 means to become; to succeed; complete in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 3 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 成 read?
成 is read chéng. Reading it inside real words — 成 and 变成 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 成 — is it HSK 3?
Yes. 成 is on the official HSK 3 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 成 in a word?
A common word containing 成 is 成 (chéng) — "become, succeed". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 成 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 成 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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