简 · jiǎn · simple
Learn the Chinese character 简 with its source-linked HSK 3 status, pronunciation, one concise learning meaning, stroke order, real HSK words, and published learning contexts.
Writing guide
How to use the writing tool
- 1. WatchSee the stroke order for 简.
- 2. TraceFollow the guided strokes to build the movement.
- 3. WriteWrite from memory and receive feedback.
HSK vocabulary
Words with 简
Source-linked HSK vocabulary records that contain 简.
Linked HSK vocabulary
- 简单jiǎndānsimple
- 简历jiǎnlìcurriculum vitae (CV)
- 简直jiǎnzhísimply
- 简化jiǎnhuàto simplify
- 简介jiǎnjièsummary
- 简称jiǎnchēngto be abbreviated to
- 简短jiǎnduǎnbrief (statement, summary etc)
- 简洁jiǎnjiéconcise
- 简练jiǎnliànterse
- 简陋jiǎnlòusimple and crude
- 简体字jiǎntǐzìHSK 7-9 syllabus word
- 简要jiǎnyàoconcise
- 简易jiǎnyìsimple and easy
- 精简jīngjiǎnto simplify
Real usage
Example sentences with 简
Published HSK 3 course contexts only. Each sentence links back to the lesson that owns it.
No accepted HSK 3 course context containing 简 is indexed yet. This page does not generate example sentences.
Character questions
About 简
Short answers based on the sources identified on this page.
What does 简 mean in Chinese?
简 is listed here with the concise learning meaning: simple.
How do you pronounce 简?
简 is shown as jiǎn.
Is 简 an HSK 3 character?
Yes. 简 is HSK 3 recognition character #101.
Can I practise writing 简?
Yes. Use Watch, Trace, or Write above.
Learning details
- HSK 3 recognition
- HSK 3 handwriting practice
- 14 linked HSK words
Content transparency
Sources and editorial policy
- HSK placement: HSK 3 recognition character #101.
- Writing scope: HSK 3 handwriting practice.
- Meaning and pronunciation: CC-CEDICT and linked HSK vocabulary data, shown as supplemental learning metadata.
- Vocabulary: source-linked HSK vocabulary records, each linked to its published HSK vocabulary page.
- Example sentences: published course contexts only; this page does not generate new example sentences.
- Stroke-order practice: HanziWriter character data. This is a source-linked learning reference, not an official HSK publication.