HSK 1 · Chinese hanzi
热 — hot
- Reading
- rè
- Meaning
- hot
- HSK level
- HSK 1
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
热 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 1 level. Its primary reading is rè and it means hot. 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.
热 appears in everyday chinese words such as 热 (hot), 热情 (enthusiastic, warm) and 热闹 (lively, bustling, festive).
Chinese words containing 热
Frequently asked questions
What does 热 mean in Chinese?
热 means hot in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 1 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 热 read?
热 is read rè. Reading it inside real words — 热 and 热情 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 热 — is it HSK 1?
Yes. 热 is on the official HSK 1 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 热 in a word?
A common word containing 热 is 热 (rè) — "hot". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 热 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 热 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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