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