HSK 4 · Chinese hanzi
背 — back
- Reading
- bèi
- Meaning
- back; to carry on the back; to betray
- HSK level
- HSK 4
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
背 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 4 level. Its primary reading is bèi and it means back; to carry on the back; to betray. 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.
背 appears in everyday chinese words such as 背 (back (of body)), 背 (back; recite) and 背包 (backpack, rucksack).
Chinese words containing 背
Frequently asked questions
What does 背 mean in Chinese?
背 means back; to carry on the back; to betray in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 4 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 背 read?
背 is read bèi. Reading it inside real words — 背 and 背 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 背 — is it HSK 4?
Yes. 背 is on the official HSK 4 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 背 in a word?
A common word containing 背 is 背 (bèi) — "back (of body)". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 背 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 背 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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