HSK 7-9 · Chinese hanzi
棺 — coffin
- Reading
- guān
- Meaning
- coffin
- HSK level
- HSK 7-9
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
棺 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 7-9 level. Its primary reading is guān and it means coffin. 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.
棺 appears in everyday chinese words such as 棺材 (coffin).
Chinese words containing 棺
Frequently asked questions
What does 棺 mean in Chinese?
棺 means coffin in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 7-9 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 棺 read?
棺 is read guān. Reading it inside real words — 棺材 — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 棺 — is it HSK 7-9?
Yes. 棺 is on the official HSK 7-9 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 棺 in a word?
A common word containing 棺 is 棺材 (guāncai) — "coffin". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 棺 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 棺 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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