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