HSK 7-9 · Chinese hanzi
窘 — embarrassed
- Reading
- jiǒng
- Meaning
- embarrassed; hard-pressed
- HSK level
- HSK 7-9
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
窘 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 7-9 level. Its primary reading is jiǒng and it means embarrassed; hard-pressed. 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.
窘 appears in everyday chinese words such as 窘迫 (in a predicament; embarrassed).
Chinese words containing 窘
Frequently asked questions
What does 窘 mean in Chinese?
窘 means embarrassed; hard-pressed in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 7-9 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 窘 read?
窘 is read jiǒng. Reading it inside real words — 窘迫 — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 窘 — is it HSK 7-9?
Yes. 窘 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 窘 in a word?
A common word containing 窘 is 窘迫 (jiǒng pò) — "in a predicament; embarrassed". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 窘 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 窘 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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