HSK 5 · Chinese hanzi
移 — to move
- Reading
- yí
- Meaning
- to move; to shift; to change
- HSK level
- HSK 5
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
移 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 5 level. Its primary reading is yí and it means to move; to shift; to change. 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.
移 appears in everyday chinese words such as 移 (move, shift), 移动 (move, shift) and 移民 (immigrate, emigrate, immigrant).
Chinese words containing 移
Frequently asked questions
What does 移 mean in Chinese?
移 means to move; to shift; to change in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 5 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 移 read?
移 is read yí. Reading it inside real words — 移 and 移动 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 移 — is it HSK 5?
Yes. 移 is on the official HSK 5 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 移 in a word?
A common word containing 移 is 移 (yí) — "move, shift". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 移 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 移 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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