HSK 1 · Chinese hanzi
零 — zero
- Reading
- líng
- Meaning
- zero
- HSK level
- HSK 1
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
零 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 1 level. Its primary reading is líng and it means zero. 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.
零 appears in everyday chinese words such as 零 (zero), 零下 (below zero) and 零钱 (small change).
Chinese words containing 零
Frequently asked questions
What does 零 mean in Chinese?
零 means zero in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 1 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 零 read?
零 is read líng. Reading it inside real words — 零 and 零下 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 零 — is it HSK 1?
Yes. 零 is on the official HSK 1 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 零 in a word?
A common word containing 零 is 零 (líng) — "zero". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 零 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 零 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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