HSK 2 · Chinese hanzi
泳 — to swim
- Reading
- yǒng
- Meaning
- to swim
- HSK level
- HSK 2
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
泳 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 2 level. Its primary reading is yǒng and it means to swim. 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.
泳 appears in everyday chinese words such as 游泳 (swim, swimming).
Chinese words containing 泳
Frequently asked questions
What does 泳 mean in Chinese?
泳 means to swim in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 2 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 泳 read?
泳 is read yǒng. Reading it inside real words — 游泳 — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 泳 — is it HSK 2?
Yes. 泳 is on the official HSK 2 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 泳 in a word?
A common word containing 泳 is 游泳 (yóuyǒng) — "swim, swimming". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 泳 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 泳 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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