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