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