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