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