HSK 5 · Chinese hanzi
铃 — bell
- Reading
- líng
- Meaning
- bell
- HSK level
- HSK 5
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
铃 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 5 level. Its primary reading is líng and it means bell. 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.
铃 appears in everyday chinese words such as 铃 (bell) and 掩耳盗铃 (stop one's ears whilst stealing a bell, deceive oneself).
Chinese words containing 铃
Frequently asked questions
What does 铃 mean in Chinese?
铃 means bell in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 5 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 铃 read?
铃 is read líng. Reading it inside real words — 铃 and 掩耳盗铃 — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 铃 — is it HSK 5?
Yes. 铃 is on the official HSK 5 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 铃 in a word?
A common word containing 铃 is 铃 (líng) — "bell". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 铃 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 铃 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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