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