淬
Quick Answer
淬 (cuì) means "to temper, to quench" with HSK 6.
Pronunciation
cuì
Meaning
Primary: to temper
Other meanings:
- to quench
Basic info
| Pinyin | cuì |
| Meanings | to temper, to quench |
| HSK levels | HSK 6 |
| Frequency | #2004 most common |
Example sentences
铁匠把刀刃淬火使其更坚硬。
Tiějiàng bǎ dāorèn cuìhuǒ shǐ qí gèng jiānyìng.
The blacksmith tempered the blade to make it harder.
From 淬 (HSK 6)
Words containing 淬
| Word | Pinyin | Meaning | HSK |
|---|---|---|---|
| 淬 | cuì | to temper, to quench | HSK 6 |
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