HSK 7-9 · Chinese hanzi
翼 — wing
- Reading
- yì
- Meaning
- wing; to assist; to protect
- HSK level
- HSK 7-9
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
翼 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 7-9 level. Its primary reading is yì and it means wing; to assist; to protect. 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.
翼 appears in everyday chinese words such as 两翼 (both wings), 不翼而飞 (vanish mysteriously, disappear) and 小心翼翼 (with great caution).
Chinese words containing 翼
Frequently asked questions
What does 翼 mean in Chinese?
翼 means wing; to assist; to protect in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 7-9 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 翼 read?
翼 is read yì. Reading it inside real words — 两翼 and 不翼而飞 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 翼 — is it HSK 7-9?
Yes. 翼 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 翼 in a word?
A common word containing 翼 is 两翼 (liǎngyì) — "both wings". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 翼 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 翼 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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