HSK 4 · Chinese hanzi
精 — essence
- Reading
- jīng
- Meaning
- essence; spirit; refined
- HSK level
- HSK 4
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
精 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 4 level. Its primary reading is jīng and it means essence; spirit; refined. 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.
精 appears in everyday chinese words such as 精 (essence, refined), 精彩 (brilliant, splendid, wonderful) and 精力 (energy, vigor).
Chinese words containing 精
Frequently asked questions
What does 精 mean in Chinese?
精 means essence; spirit; refined in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 4 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 精 read?
精 is read jīng. Reading it inside real words — 精 and 精彩 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 精 — is it HSK 4?
Yes. 精 is on the official HSK 4 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 精 in a word?
A common word containing 精 is 精 (jīng) — "essence, refined". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 精 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 精 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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