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