HSK 1 · Chinese hanzi
新 — new
- Reading
- xīn
- Meaning
- new
- HSK level
- HSK 1
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
新 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 1 level. Its primary reading is xīn and it means new. 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.
新 appears in everyday chinese words such as 新 (new), 新年 (New Year) and 新闻 (news).
Chinese words containing 新
Frequently asked questions
What does 新 mean in Chinese?
新 means new in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 1 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 新 read?
新 is read xīn. Reading it inside real words — 新 and 新年 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 新 — is it HSK 1?
Yes. 新 is on the official HSK 1 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 新 in a word?
A common word containing 新 is 新 (xīn) — "new". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 新 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 新 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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