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