HSK 7-9 · Chinese hanzi
谴 — to condemn
- Reading
- qiǎn
- Meaning
- to condemn; to denounce; to reprimand
- HSK level
- HSK 7-9
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
谴 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 7-9 level. Its primary reading is qiǎn and it means to condemn; to denounce; to reprimand. 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.
谴 appears in everyday chinese words such as 谴责 (condemn, denounce).
Chinese words containing 谴
Frequently asked questions
What does 谴 mean in Chinese?
谴 means to condemn; to denounce; to reprimand in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 7-9 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 谴 read?
谴 is read qiǎn. Reading it inside real words — 谴责 — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 谴 — is it HSK 7-9?
Yes. 谴 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 谴 in a word?
A common word containing 谴 is 谴责 (qiǎn zé) — "condemn, denounce". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 谴 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 谴 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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