HSK 4 · Chinese hanzi
永 — forever
- Reading
- yǒng
- Meaning
- forever; always; perpetual
- HSK level
- HSK 4
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
永 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 4 level. Its primary reading is yǒng and it means forever; always; perpetual. 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.
永 appears in everyday chinese words such as 永远 (forever, always), 永久 (permanent, long-lasting) and 永恒 (eternal, perpetual).
Chinese words containing 永
Frequently asked questions
What does 永 mean in Chinese?
永 means forever; always; perpetual in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 4 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 永 read?
永 is read yǒng. Reading it inside real words — 永远 and 永久 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 永 — is it HSK 4?
Yes. 永 is on the official HSK 4 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 永 in a word?
A common word containing 永 is 永远 (yǒng yuǎn) — "forever, always". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 永 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 永 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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