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