HSK 6 · Chinese hanzi
罐 — can
- Reading
- guàn
- Meaning
- can; jar; pot
- HSK level
- HSK 6
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
罐 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 6 level. Its primary reading is guàn and it means can; jar; pot. 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.
罐 appears in everyday chinese words such as 罐 (can, jar, pot), 罐头 (can, tin, tinned food) and 易拉罐 (pop-top can, pull-tab can).
Chinese words containing 罐
Frequently asked questions
What does 罐 mean in Chinese?
罐 means can; jar; pot in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 6 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 罐 read?
罐 is read guàn. Reading it inside real words — 罐 and 罐头 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 罐 — is it HSK 6?
Yes. 罐 is on the official HSK 6 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 罐 in a word?
A common word containing 罐 is 罐 (guàn) — "can, jar, pot". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 罐 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 罐 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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