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