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