HSK 4 · Chinese hanzi
贺 — to congratulate
- Reading
- hè
- Meaning
- to congratulate
- HSK level
- HSK 4
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
贺 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 4 level. Its primary reading is hè and it means to congratulate. 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.
贺 appears in everyday chinese words such as 祝贺 (congratulate), 庆贺 (congratulate, celebrate) and 贺信 (congratulatory letter).
Chinese words containing 贺
Frequently asked questions
What does 贺 mean in Chinese?
贺 means to congratulate in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 4 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 贺 read?
贺 is read hè. Reading it inside real words — 祝贺 and 庆贺 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 贺 — is it HSK 4?
Yes. 贺 is on the official HSK 4 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 贺 in a word?
A common word containing 贺 is 祝贺 (zhù hè) — "congratulate". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 贺 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 贺 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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