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