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