HSK 6 · Chinese hanzi
援 — to help
- Reading
- yuán
- Meaning
- to help; to assist
- HSK level
- HSK 6
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
援 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 6 level. Its primary reading is yuán and it means to help; to assist. 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.
援 appears in everyday chinese words such as 救援 (rescue, succor), 外援 (foreign aid, external assistance) and 援助 (assist, support, aid).
Chinese words containing 援
Frequently asked questions
What does 援 mean in Chinese?
援 means to help; to assist in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 6 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 援 read?
援 is read yuán. Reading it inside real words — 救援 and 外援 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 援 — is it HSK 6?
Yes. 援 is on the official HSK 6 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 援 in a word?
A common word containing 援 is 救援 (jiùyuán) — "rescue, succor". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 援 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 援 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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