HSK 6 · Chinese hanzi
殖 — to reproduce
- Reading
- zhí
- Meaning
- to reproduce; to multiply
- HSK level
- HSK 6
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
殖 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 6 level. Its primary reading is zhí and it means to reproduce; to multiply. 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.
殖 appears in everyday chinese words such as 繁殖 (breed, reproduce) and 养殖 (cultivate, breed, raise).
Chinese words containing 殖
Frequently asked questions
What does 殖 mean in Chinese?
殖 means to reproduce; to multiply in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 6 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 殖 read?
殖 is read zhí. Reading it inside real words — 繁殖 and 养殖 — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 殖 — is it HSK 6?
Yes. 殖 is on the official HSK 6 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 殖 in a word?
A common word containing 殖 is 繁殖 (fán zhí) — "breed, reproduce". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 殖 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 殖 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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