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