HSK 5 · Chinese hanzi
源 — source
- Reading
- yuán
- Meaning
- source; origin; root
- HSK level
- HSK 5
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
源 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 5 level. Its primary reading is yuán and it means source; origin; root. 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.
源 appears in everyday chinese words such as 来源 (source, origin), 资源 (resources) and 源于 (originate from, stem from).
Chinese words containing 源
Frequently asked questions
What does 源 mean in Chinese?
源 means source; origin; root in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 5 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 源 read?
源 is read yuán. Reading it inside real words — 来源 and 资源 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 源 — is it HSK 5?
Yes. 源 is on the official HSK 5 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 源 in a word?
A common word containing 源 is 来源 (lái yuán) — "source, origin". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 源 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 源 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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