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