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