HSK 2 · Chinese hanzi
眼 — eye
- Reading
- yǎn
- Meaning
- eye
- HSK level
- HSK 2
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
眼 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 2 level. Its primary reading is yǎn and it means 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.
眼 appears in everyday chinese words such as 眼 (eye), 眼睛 (eye) and 眼前 (before one's eyes).
Chinese words containing 眼
Frequently asked questions
What does 眼 mean in Chinese?
眼 means eye in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 2 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 眼 read?
眼 is read yǎn. Reading it inside real words — 眼 and 眼睛 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 眼 — is it HSK 2?
Yes. 眼 is on the official HSK 2 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 眼 in a word?
A common word containing 眼 is 眼 (yǎn) — "eye". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 眼 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 眼 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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