HSK 3 · Chinese hanzi
铅 — lead (metal)
- Reading
- qiān
- Meaning
- lead (metal)
- HSK level
- HSK 3
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
铅 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 3 level. Its primary reading is qiān and it means lead (metal). 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.
铅 appears in everyday chinese words such as 铅笔 (pencil).
Chinese words containing 铅
Frequently asked questions
What does 铅 mean in Chinese?
铅 means lead (metal) in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 3 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 铅 read?
铅 is read qiān. Reading it inside real words — 铅笔 — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 铅 — is it HSK 3?
Yes. 铅 is on the official HSK 3 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 铅 in a word?
A common word containing 铅 is 铅笔 (qiān bǐ) — "pencil". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 铅 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 铅 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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