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