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