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