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