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