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