HSK 7-9 · Chinese hanzi
耀 — to shine
- Reading
- yào
- Meaning
- to shine; to dazzle; glory
- HSK level
- HSK 7-9
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
耀 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 7-9 level. Its primary reading is yào and it means to shine; to dazzle; glory. 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.
耀 appears in everyday chinese words such as 夸耀 (brag, show off), 炫耀 (show off, flaunt) and 照耀 (shine, illuminate).
Chinese words containing 耀
Frequently asked questions
What does 耀 mean in Chinese?
耀 means to shine; to dazzle; glory in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 7-9 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 耀 read?
耀 is read yào. Reading it inside real words — 夸耀 and 炫耀 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 耀 — is it HSK 7-9?
Yes. 耀 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 耀 in a word?
A common word containing 耀 is 夸耀 (kuāyào) — "brag, show off". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 耀 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 耀 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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