HSK 3 · Chinese hanzi
用 — use, employ, apply
- Reading
- yòng
- Meaning
- use, employ, apply
- HSK level
- HSK 3
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
用 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 3 level. Its primary reading is yòng and it means use, employ, apply. 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.
用 appears in everyday chinese words such as 用 (use, utilize), 不用 (no need; don't) and 常用 (in common use).
Chinese words containing 用
Frequently asked questions
What does 用 mean in Chinese?
用 means use, employ, apply in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 3 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 用 read?
用 is read yòng. Reading it inside real words — 用 and 不用 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 用 — is it HSK 3?
Yes. 用 is on the official HSK 3 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 用 in a word?
A common word containing 用 is 用 (yòng) — "use, utilize". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 用 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 用 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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