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