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