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