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