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