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