HSK 6 · Chinese hanzi
迫 — to compel
- Reading
- pò
- Meaning
- to compel; urgent
- HSK level
- HSK 6
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
迫 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 6 level. Its primary reading is pò and it means to compel; urgent. 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.
迫 appears in everyday chinese words such as 强迫 (to compel, to force), 被迫 (be forced, compelled) and 迫切 (urgent, pressing).
Chinese words containing 迫
Frequently asked questions
What does 迫 mean in Chinese?
迫 means to compel; urgent in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 6 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 迫 read?
迫 is read pò. Reading it inside real words — 强迫 and 被迫 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 迫 — is it HSK 6?
Yes. 迫 is on the official HSK 6 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 迫 in a word?
A common word containing 迫 is 强迫 (qiǎnopò) — "to compel, to force". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 迫 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 迫 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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