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