HSK 4 · Chinese hanzi
龄 — age
- Reading
- líng
- Meaning
- age
- HSK level
- HSK 4
- Language
- Chinese
About this hanzi
龄 is a chinese hanzi character commonly studied at the HSK 4 level. Its primary reading is líng and it means age. 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.
龄 appears in everyday chinese words such as 年龄 (age) and 高龄 (old age, advanced age).
Chinese words containing 龄
Frequently asked questions
What does 龄 mean in Chinese?
龄 means age in Chinese. It is one of the HSK 4 hanzi every learner meets at that level.
How is 龄 read?
龄 is read líng. Reading it inside real words — 年龄 and 高龄 — is the fastest way to remember it.
What level is 龄 — is it HSK 4?
Yes. 龄 is on the official HSK 4 hanzi list, so it can appear in that exam's reading and vocabulary sections.
How do you use 龄 in a word?
A common word containing 龄 is 年龄 (nián líng) — "age". More examples are listed below, each with a one-tap dictionary entry.
How do I learn 龄 effectively?
Read it in context. Import any Chinese article or video into InputDojo and every occurrence of 龄 becomes a one-tap lookup with SRS flashcards, so you meet it in real sentences instead of a list.
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