HSK 7-9 · Chinese hanzi
缘 — reason
- Reading
- yuán
- Meaning
- reason; cause; fate; karma; edge
- HSK level
- HSK 7-9
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
缘 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 7-9 level. Its primary reading is yuán and it means reason; cause; fate; karma; edge. 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.
缘 appears in everyday chinese words such as 无缘 (no chance, no luck), 绝缘 (insulate, insulation) and 缘分 (fate, destiny (in relationships)).
Chinese words containing 缘
Frequently asked questions
What does 缘 mean in Chinese?
缘 means reason; cause; fate; karma; edge in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 7-9 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 缘 read?
缘 is read yuán. Reading it inside real words — 无缘 and 绝缘 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 缘 — is it HSK 7-9?
Yes. 缘 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 缘 in a word?
A common word containing 缘 is 无缘 (wú yuán) — "no chance, no luck". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 缘 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 缘 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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