HSK 6 · Chinese hanzi
链 — chain
- Reading
- liàn
- Meaning
- chain
- HSK level
- HSK 6
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
链 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 6 level. Its primary reading is liàn and it means chain. 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.
链 appears in everyday chinese words such as 链接 (link, hyperlink), 项链 (necklace) and 拉链 (zipper).
Chinese words containing 链
Frequently asked questions
What does 链 mean in Chinese?
链 means chain in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 6 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 链 read?
链 is read liàn. Reading it inside real words — 链接 and 项链 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 链 — is it HSK 6?
Yes. 链 is on the official HSK 6 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 链 in a word?
A common word containing 链 is 链接 (lián jiē) — "link, hyperlink". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 链 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 链 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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