HSK 3 · Chinese hanzi
极 — extreme
- Reading
- jí
- Meaning
- extreme; pole; utmost
- HSK level
- HSK 3
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
极 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 3 level. Its primary reading is jí and it means extreme; pole; utmost. 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.
极 appears in everyday chinese words such as 极 (extremely, utterly), 积极 (active, positive) and 极其 (extremely, exceptionally).
Chinese words containing 极
Frequently asked questions
What does 极 mean in Chinese?
极 means extreme; pole; utmost in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 3 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 极 read?
极 is read jí. Reading it inside real words — 极 and 积极 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 极 — is it HSK 3?
Yes. 极 is on the official HSK 3 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 极 in a word?
A common word containing 极 is 极 (jí) — "extremely, utterly". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 极 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 极 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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