HSK 6 · Chinese hanzi
核 — pit
- Reading
- hé
- Meaning
- pit; stone; nucleus; core; kernel; nuclear
- HSK level
- HSK 6
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
核 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 6 level. Its primary reading is hé and it means pit; stone; nucleus; core; kernel; nuclear. 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.
核 appears in everyday chinese words such as 核 (core, nuclear), 核心 (core, nucleus) and 考核 (examine, assess).
Chinese words containing 核
Frequently asked questions
What does 核 mean in Chinese?
核 means pit; stone; nucleus; core; kernel; nuclear in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 6 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 核 read?
核 is read hé. Reading it inside real words — 核 and 核心 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 核 — is it HSK 6?
Yes. 核 is on the official HSK 6 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 核 in a word?
A common word containing 核 is 核 (hé) — "core, nuclear". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 核 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 核 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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