HSK 2 · Chinese hanzi
红 — red
- Reading
- hóng
- Meaning
- red; popular
- HSK level
- HSK 2
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
红 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 2 level. Its primary reading is hóng and it means red; popular. 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.
红 appears in everyday chinese words such as 红 (red; popular), 红色 (red color) and 红茶 (black tea).
Chinese words containing 红
Frequently asked questions
What does 红 mean in Chinese?
红 means red; popular in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 2 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 红 read?
红 is read hóng. Reading it inside real words — 红 and 红色 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 红 — is it HSK 2?
Yes. 红 is on the official HSK 2 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 红 in a word?
A common word containing 红 is 红 (hóng) — "red; popular". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 红 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 红 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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