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