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