HSK 2 · Chinese hanzi
长 — long
- Reading
- cháng
- Meaning
- long
- HSK level
- HSK 2
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
长 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 2 level. Its primary reading is cháng and it means long. 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.
长 appears in everyday chinese words such as 长 (long), 长 (long) and 校长 (headmaster, principal).
Chinese words containing 长
Frequently asked questions
What does 长 mean in Chinese?
长 means long in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 2 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 长 read?
长 is read cháng. Reading it inside real words — 长 and 长 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 长 — is it HSK 2?
Yes. 长 is on the official HSK 2 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 长 in a word?
A common word containing 长 is 长 (cháng) — "long". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 长 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 长 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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