HSK 4 · Chinese hanzi
播 — to broadcast
- Reading
- bō
- Meaning
- to broadcast; to sow; to spread
- HSK level
- HSK 4
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
播 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 4 level. Its primary reading is bō and it means to broadcast; to sow; to spread. 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.
播 appears in everyday chinese words such as 播 (to broadcast; to sow), 广播 (broadcast) and 播放 (broadcast, play (audio/video)).
Chinese words containing 播
Frequently asked questions
What does 播 mean in Chinese?
播 means to broadcast; to sow; to spread in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 4 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 播 read?
播 is read bō. Reading it inside real words — 播 and 广播 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 播 — is it HSK 4?
Yes. 播 is on the official HSK 4 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 播 in a word?
A common word containing 播 is 播 (bō) — "to broadcast; to sow". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 播 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 播 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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