HSK 5 · Chinese hanzi
武 — military
- Reading
- wǔ
- Meaning
- military; martial
- HSK level
- HSK 5
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
武 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 5 level. Its primary reading is wǔ and it means military; martial. 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.
武 appears in everyday chinese words such as 武术 (martial arts), 武器 (weapon) and 武侠 (martial arts chivalry).
Chinese words containing 武
Frequently asked questions
What does 武 mean in Chinese?
武 means military; martial in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 5 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 武 read?
武 is read wǔ. Reading it inside real words — 武术 and 武器 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 武 — is it HSK 5?
Yes. 武 is on the official HSK 5 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 武 in a word?
A common word containing 武 is 武术 (wǔ shù) — "martial arts". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 武 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 武 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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