HSK 7, v, 11 strokes, radical 氵, rank #44826, Very Hard
涵
hán
to include
HSK 7, v, 11 strokes, radical 氵, rank #44826, Very Hard
涵
hán
culvert
HSK 7, v, 11 strokes, radical 氵, rank #44826, Very Hard
涵
hán
to wet, to soak; to tolerate, to include lenient
HSK 7, v, 11 strokes, radical 氵, rank #44826, Very Hard
hán(han2) T2
1to contain
2to include
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March 24, 2026
涵hán(han2)
The character 涵 (hán) primarily means 'to contain' or 'to include.' It is commonly used in contexts where something is held within, such as water in a container or ideas within a discussion. Additionally, it can imply tolerance or leniency, suggesting a nurturing or inclusive attitude.
Strokes11Radical氵Frequency#44826DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of tolerance and inclusiveness is highly valued, often reflected in literature and philosophy. The term 涵养 is frequently associated with personal development and moral cultivation, emphasizing the importance of inner qualities.
Memory Tip
Imagine a large water container (the radical 氵, meaning water) that can 'hold' various things inside – this is like how 涵 (hán) holds ideas or emotions. Picture this container as being very forgiving, representing the character's nuance of tolerance.
Meanings of 涵
hán(han2)
1to contain
2to include
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About 涵
涵Simplified
11Strokes
氵Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#44826Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7
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AI Study Notes for 涵
Quick Contrast
包含 (bāo hán) vs 包括 (bāo kuò) — use 涵 when emphasizing the nurturing aspect of inclusion, while 包含 focuses more on the act of containing.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a large water container (the radical 氵, meaning water) that can 'hold' various things inside – this is like how 涵 (hán) holds ideas or emotions. Picture this container as being very forgiving, representing the character's nuance of tolerance.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 涵 (hán) with similar-sounding words that have different meanings, like 韩 (hán, referring to Korea). This word is more formal and is often used in literary contexts, so avoid using it in casual speech. Common collocations include 涵养 (hán yǎng, meaning cultivation or nurturing).
HSK Study Tips
Although 涵 is not in the HSK vocabulary list, it connects to the level's themes of nature and inner qualities. Students should focus on understanding its use in idiomatic expressions related to acceptance and nurturing.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of tolerance and inclusiveness is highly valued, often reflected in literature and philosophy. The term 涵养 is frequently associated with personal development and moral cultivation, emphasizing the importance of inner qualities.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly use 涵 in place of simpler words like 包含 (bāo hán, to include), leading to overly formal expressions. For example, saying '他包含了很多信息' (He included a lot of information) is more appropriate than '他涵了很多信息.'
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Grammar Patterns of 涵
涵 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 4 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
李宇春喜欢歌手马丁里奇,张韶____喜欢 张惠妹.
Such as Li Yuchun likes Ricky Martin. Angela Chang likes A - Mei .
Such as Li Yuchun likes Ricky Martin. Angela Chang likes A - Mei .
2
他的诗富涵理性。
tā de shī fù hán lǐ xìng。
His poetry is very cerebral.
3
加利福尼亚的州宪法涵盖对隐私权的保障.
jiā lì fú ní yà de zhōu xiàn fǎ hán gài duì yǐn sī quán de bǎo zhàng.
California's state Constitution includes a guarantee of privacy.
4
真正的好诗愈念涵义愈丰富.
zhēn zhèng de hǎo shī yù niàn hán yì yù fēng fù.
True poetry accumulates meaning every time it is read.
5
她很有涵养,遇到失望的事亦不形于色.
tā hěn yǒu hán yǎng, , yù dào shī wàng de shì yì bù xíng yú.
She was too well bred to show her disappointment.
Cultural Notes for 涵
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of tolerance and inclusiveness is highly valued, often reflected in literature and philosophy. The term 涵养 is frequently associated with personal development and moral cultivation, emphasizing the importance of inner qualities.
Word Family of 涵
Words Containing This Character14
内涵nèihánimplication內涵
涵盖hángàito cover涵蓋
涵hánto contain
涵义hányìcontent涵義
包涵to excuse
蕴涵yùnhánto contain蘊涵
涵养self-restraint涵養
汪道涵Wang Daohan (1915-2005), former president of the Association for Relations Across the Taiwan Straits
张韶涵Angela Chang (1982-), Taiwanese pop singer and actress張韶涵
涵洞culvert
涵括to encompass
涵江区Hanjiang district of Putian city 莆田市[Pútiánshì], Fujian涵江區
涵蓄to contain
茹古涵今to take in (old and new experiences and sorrows)
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Compound Meaning
What does 内涵 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 涵
You can use 涵 to express inclusion, such as in the phrase '这篇文章涵盖了很多重要的观点' (This article covers many important points).
It is more frequently found in written or formal contexts rather than in casual spoken language.
Synonyms include 包含 (bāo hán, to include) and 包容 (bāo róng, to tolerate or encompass).
