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