HSK 5 · Chinese hanzi
括 — to include
- Reading
- kuò
- Meaning
- to include; to enclose
- HSK level
- HSK 5
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
括 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 5 level. Its primary reading is kuò and it means to include; to enclose. 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.
括 appears in everyday chinese words such as 包括 (include; comprise), 概括 (summarize, generalize) and 括号 (parentheses, brackets).
Chinese words containing 括
Frequently asked questions
What does 括 mean in Chinese?
括 means to include; to enclose in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 5 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 括 read?
括 is read kuò. Reading it inside real words — 包括 and 概括 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 括 — is it HSK 5?
Yes. 括 is on the official HSK 5 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 括 in a word?
A common word containing 括 is 包括 (bāo kuò) — "include; comprise". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 括 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 括 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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