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