HSK 7-9 · Chinese hanzi
拘 — to restrain
- Reading
- jū
- Meaning
- to restrain; to detain
- HSK level
- HSK 7-9
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
拘 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 7-9 level. Its primary reading is jū and it means to restrain; to detain. 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.
拘 appears in everyday chinese words such as 拘束 (restrain, constrain) and 拘留 (detain, hold in custody).
Chinese words containing 拘
Frequently asked questions
What does 拘 mean in Chinese?
拘 means to restrain; to detain in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 7-9 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 拘 read?
拘 is read jū. Reading it inside real words — 拘束 and 拘留 — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 拘 — is it HSK 7-9?
Yes. 拘 is on the official HSK 7-9 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 拘 in a word?
A common word containing 拘 is 拘束 (jū shù) — "restrain, constrain". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 拘 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 拘 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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