HSK 7-9 · Chinese hanzi
绸 — silk
- Reading
- chóu
- Meaning
- silk
- HSK level
- HSK 7-9
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
绸 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 7-9 level. Its primary reading is chóu and it means silk. 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.
绸 appears in everyday chinese words such as 丝绸 (silk).
Chinese words containing 绸
Frequently asked questions
What does 绸 mean in Chinese?
绸 means silk in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 7-9 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 绸 read?
绸 is read chóu. Reading it inside real words — 丝绸 — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 绸 — is it HSK 7-9?
Yes. 绸 is on the official HSK 7-9 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 绸 in a word?
A common word containing 绸 is 丝绸 (sī chóu) — "silk". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 绸 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 绸 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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