HSK 6 · Chinese hanzi
眉 — eyebrow
- Reading
- méi
- Meaning
- eyebrow
- HSK level
- HSK 6
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
眉 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 6 level. Its primary reading is méi and it means eyebrow. 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.
眉 appears in everyday chinese words such as 眉毛 (eyebrow), 愁眉苦脸 (frown, look distressed) and 眉开眼笑 (beaming with joy).
Chinese words containing 眉
Frequently asked questions
What does 眉 mean in Chinese?
眉 means eyebrow in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 6 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 眉 read?
眉 is read méi. Reading it inside real words — 眉毛 and 愁眉苦脸 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 眉 — is it HSK 6?
Yes. 眉 is on the official HSK 6 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 眉 in a word?
A common word containing 眉 is 眉毛 (méi máo) — "eyebrow". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 眉 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 眉 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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