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