HSK 7-9 · Chinese hanzi
眶 — eye socket
- Reading
- kuàng
- Meaning
- eye socket; rim of the eye
- HSK level
- HSK 7-9
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
眶 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 7-9 level. Its primary reading is kuàng and it means eye socket; rim of the eye. 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.
眶 appears in everyday chinese words such as 热泪盈眶 (eyes brimming with tears).
Chinese words containing 眶
Frequently asked questions
What does 眶 mean in Chinese?
眶 means eye socket; rim of the eye in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 7-9 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 眶 read?
眶 is read kuàng. Reading it inside real words — 热泪盈眶 — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 眶 — is it HSK 7-9?
Yes. 眶 is on the official HSK 7-9 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 眶 in a word?
A common word containing 眶 is 热泪盈眶 (rèlèi yíngkuàng) — "eyes brimming with tears". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 眶 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 眶 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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