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