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