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