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