HSK 1 · Chinese hanzi
道 — way, path, principle
- Reading
- dào
- Meaning
- way, path, principle
- HSK level
- HSK 1
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
道 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 1 level. Its primary reading is dào and it means way, path, principle. 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.
道 appears in everyday chinese words such as 道 (road, path), 知道 (know) and 味道 (taste, flavor).
Chinese words containing 道
Frequently asked questions
What does 道 mean in Chinese?
道 means way, path, principle in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 1 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 道 read?
道 is read dào. Reading it inside real words — 道 and 知道 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 道 — is it HSK 1?
Yes. 道 is on the official HSK 1 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 道 in a word?
A common word containing 道 is 道 (dào) — "road, path". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 道 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 道 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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