HSK 1 · Chinese hanzi
椅 — chair
- Reading
- yǐ
- Meaning
- chair
- HSK level
- HSK 1
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
椅 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 1 level. Its primary reading is yǐ and it means chair. 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.
椅 appears in everyday chinese words such as 椅子 (chair) and 轮椅 (wheelchair).
Chinese words containing 椅
Frequently asked questions
What does 椅 mean in Chinese?
椅 means chair in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 1 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 椅 read?
椅 is read yǐ. Reading it inside real words — 椅子 and 轮椅 — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 椅 — is it HSK 1?
Yes. 椅 is on the official HSK 1 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 椅 in a word?
A common word containing 椅 is 椅子 (yǐ zi) — "chair". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 椅 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 椅 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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