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