HSK 5 · Chinese hanzi
统 — to govern
- Reading
- tǒng
- Meaning
- to govern; to unite
- HSK level
- HSK 5
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
统 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 5 level. Its primary reading is tǒng and it means to govern; to unite. 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.
统 appears in everyday chinese words such as 传统 (tradition, traditional), 总统 (president) and 系统 (system).
Chinese words containing 统
Frequently asked questions
What does 统 mean in Chinese?
统 means to govern; to unite in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 5 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 统 read?
统 is read tǒng. Reading it inside real words — 传统 and 总统 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 统 — is it HSK 5?
Yes. 统 is on the official HSK 5 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 统 in a word?
A common word containing 统 is 传统 (chuán tǒng) — "tradition, traditional". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 统 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 统 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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