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