Characters in This Word
Definitions
- (verb) pitiful
- pathetic
- to have pity on
Example Sentences
他很可怜。
Tā hěn kělián
He is poor
Related Words
HSK levels
- New HSK exam
- HSK 6
- HSK 2.0
- HSK 4
- HSK Lord study list
- HSK 5 list
可怜: HSK 4 on the old exam, HSK 6 on the new one. See where your old level lands
New exam levels follow the CLEC syllabus released 15 November 2025. The first official sitting is announced for 13 December 2026. HSK 7-9 is one advanced band.
On the new HSK 6 exam
Studying for HSK 6? Keep 可怜 with the rest of your level.
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