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