HSK 5 · Chinese hanzi
玉 — jade
- Reading
- yù
- Meaning
- jade
- HSK level
- HSK 5
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
玉 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 5 level. Its primary reading is yù and it means jade. 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.
玉 appears in everyday chinese words such as 玉 (jade) and 玉米 (corn, maize).
Chinese words containing 玉
Frequently asked questions
What does 玉 mean in Chinese?
玉 means jade in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 5 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 玉 read?
玉 is read yù. Reading it inside real words — 玉 and 玉米 — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 玉 — is it HSK 5?
Yes. 玉 is on the official HSK 5 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 玉 in a word?
A common word containing 玉 is 玉 (yù) — "jade". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 玉 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 玉 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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