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