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