HSK 3 · Chinese hanzi
短 — short
- Reading
- duǎn
- Meaning
- short
- HSK level
- HSK 3
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
短 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 3 level. Its primary reading is duǎn and it means short. 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.
短 appears in everyday chinese words such as 短 (short), 短裤 (shorts) and 短信 (text message).
Chinese words containing 短
Frequently asked questions
What does 短 mean in Chinese?
短 means short in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 3 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 短 read?
短 is read duǎn. Reading it inside real words — 短 and 短裤 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 短 — is it HSK 3?
Yes. 短 is on the official HSK 3 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 短 in a word?
A common word containing 短 is 短 (duǎn) — "short". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 短 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 短 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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