HSK 5 · Chinese hanzi
鸭 — duck
- Reading
- yā
- Meaning
- duck
- HSK level
- HSK 5
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
鸭 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 5 level. Its primary reading is yā and it means duck. 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.
鸭 appears in everyday chinese words such as 鸭子 (duck).
Chinese words containing 鸭
Frequently asked questions
What does 鸭 mean in Chinese?
鸭 means duck in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 5 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 鸭 read?
鸭 is read yā. Reading it inside real words — 鸭子 — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 鸭 — is it HSK 5?
Yes. 鸭 is on the official HSK 5 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 鸭 in a word?
A common word containing 鸭 is 鸭子 (yāzi) — "duck". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 鸭 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 鸭 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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