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