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