HSK 2 · Chinese hanzi
虽 — although
- Reading
- suī
- Meaning
- although
- HSK level
- HSK 2
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
虽 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 2 level. Its primary reading is suī and it means although. 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.
虽 appears in everyday chinese words such as 虽 (although, even though), 虽然 (although, even though) and 虽说 (although, though).
Chinese words containing 虽
Frequently asked questions
What does 虽 mean in Chinese?
虽 means although in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 2 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 虽 read?
虽 is read suī. Reading it inside real words — 虽 and 虽然 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 虽 — is it HSK 2?
Yes. 虽 is on the official HSK 2 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 虽 in a word?
A common word containing 虽 is 虽 (suī) — "although, even though". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 虽 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 虽 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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