HSK 5 · Chinese hanzi
违 — to violate, to disobey
- Reading
- wéi
- Meaning
- to violate, to disobey
- HSK level
- HSK 5
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
违 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 5 level. Its primary reading is wéi and it means to violate, to disobey. 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.
违 appears in everyday chinese words such as 违反 (violate, transgress), 违法 (illegal, break law) and 违规 (violate regulations, illegal).
Chinese words containing 违
Frequently asked questions
What does 违 mean in Chinese?
违 means to violate, to disobey in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 5 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 违 read?
违 is read wéi. Reading it inside real words — 违反 and 违法 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 违 — is it HSK 5?
Yes. 违 is on the official HSK 5 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 违 in a word?
A common word containing 违 is 违反 (wéi fǎn) — "violate, transgress". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 违 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 违 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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