HSK 2 · Chinese hanzi
鱼 — fish
- Reading
- yú
- Meaning
- fish
- HSK level
- HSK 2
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
鱼 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 2 level. Its primary reading is yú and it means fish. 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.
鱼 appears in everyday chinese words such as 鱼 (fish), 钓鱼 (fish, go fishing) and 鲨鱼 (shark).
Chinese words containing 鱼
Frequently asked questions
What does 鱼 mean in Chinese?
鱼 means fish in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 2 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 鱼 read?
鱼 is read yú. Reading it inside real words — 鱼 and 钓鱼 and more — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 鱼 — is it HSK 2?
Yes. 鱼 is on the official HSK 2 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 鱼 in a word?
A common word containing 鱼 is 鱼 (yú) — "fish". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 鱼 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 鱼 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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