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