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