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