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