HSK 7-9 · Chinese hanzi
诱 — to entice
- Reading
- yòu
- Meaning
- to entice; to lure; to tempt
- HSK level
- HSK 7-9
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
诱 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 7-9 level. Its primary reading is yòu and it means to entice; to lure; to tempt. 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.
诱 appears in everyday chinese words such as 引诱 (tempt, lure), 诱人 (attractive, tempting) and 诱发 (induce, trigger).
Chinese words containing 诱
Frequently asked questions
What does 诱 mean in Chinese?
诱 means to entice; to lure; to tempt in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 7-9 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 诱 read?
诱 is read yòu. Reading it inside real words — 引诱 and 诱人 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 诱 — is it HSK 7-9?
Yes. 诱 is on the official HSK 7-9 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 诱 in a word?
A common word containing 诱 is 引诱 (yǐn yòu) — "tempt, lure". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 诱 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 诱 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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