HSK 3 · Chinese hanzi
练 — to practice
- Reading
- liàn
- Meaning
- to practice; to train; to drill
- HSK level
- HSK 3
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
练 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 3 level. Its primary reading is liàn and it means to practice; to train; to drill. 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.
练 appears in everyday chinese words such as 练 (to practice), 练习 (to practice, exercise) and 教练 (coach; instructor).
Chinese words containing 练
Frequently asked questions
What does 练 mean in Chinese?
练 means to practice; to train; to drill in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 3 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 练 read?
练 is read liàn. Reading it inside real words — 练 and 练习 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 练 — is it HSK 3?
Yes. 练 is on the official HSK 3 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 练 in a word?
A common word containing 练 is 练 (liàn) — "to practice". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 练 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 练 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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