HSK 7-9 · Chinese hanzi
窒 — to block
- Reading
- zhì
- Meaning
- to block; to obstruct; to suffocate
- HSK level
- HSK 7-9
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
窒 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 7-9 level. Its primary reading is zhì and it means to block; to obstruct; to suffocate. 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.
窒 appears in everyday chinese words such as 窒息 (suffocate, stifle).
Chinese words containing 窒
Frequently asked questions
What does 窒 mean in Chinese?
窒 means to block; to obstruct; to suffocate in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 7-9 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 窒 read?
窒 is read zhì. Reading it inside real words — 窒息 — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 窒 — is it HSK 7-9?
Yes. 窒 is on the official HSK 7-9 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 窒 in a word?
A common word containing 窒 is 窒息 (zhì xī) — "suffocate, stifle". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 窒 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 窒 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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