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