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