HSK 3 · Chinese hanzi
演 — to perform
- Reading
- yǎn
- Meaning
- to perform; to act; to play; to demonstrate
- HSK level
- HSK 3
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
演 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 3 level. Its primary reading is yǎn and it means to perform; to act; to play; to demonstrate. 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.
演 appears in everyday chinese words such as 演 (act, perform, play), 表演 (perform; act; show) and 演出 (perform, show, performance).
Chinese words containing 演
Frequently asked questions
What does 演 mean in Chinese?
演 means to perform; to act; to play; to demonstrate in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 3 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 演 read?
演 is read yǎn. Reading it inside real words — 演 and 表演 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 演 — is it HSK 3?
Yes. 演 is on the official HSK 3 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 演 in a word?
A common word containing 演 is 演 (yǎn) — "act, perform, play". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 演 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 演 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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