HSK 1 · Chinese hanzi
认 — to recognize
- Reading
- rèn
- Meaning
- to recognize; to admit
- HSK level
- HSK 1
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
认 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 1 level. Its primary reading is rèn and it means to recognize; to admit. 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.
认 appears in everyday chinese words such as 认 (recognize, admit, acknowledge), 认识 (recognize, know) and 认为 (think, consider).
Chinese words containing 认
Frequently asked questions
What does 认 mean in Chinese?
认 means to recognize; to admit in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 1 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 认 read?
认 is read rèn. Reading it inside real words — 认 and 认识 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 认 — is it HSK 1?
Yes. 认 is on the official HSK 1 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 认 in a word?
A common word containing 认 is 认 (rèn) — "recognize, admit, acknowledge". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 认 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 认 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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