HSK 4 · Chinese hanzi
格 — grid
- Reading
- gé
- Meaning
- grid; frame; pattern; standard; style; to check; to block
- HSK level
- HSK 4
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
格 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 4 level. Its primary reading is gé and it means grid; frame; pattern; standard; style; to check; to block. 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.
格 appears in everyday chinese words such as 严格 (strict, rigorous), 价格 (price) and 合格 (qualified, eligible).
Chinese words containing 格
Frequently asked questions
What does 格 mean in Chinese?
格 means grid; frame; pattern; standard; style; to check; to block in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 4 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 格 read?
格 is read gé. Reading it inside real words — 严格 and 价格 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 格 — is it HSK 4?
Yes. 格 is on the official HSK 4 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 格 in a word?
A common word containing 格 is 严格 (yán gé) — "strict, rigorous". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 格 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 格 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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