考 (kǎo): Stroke Order, Meaning & How to Write

Exams and Testing

考 + nounverb + 考

In words about exams and testing, 考 (kǎo) refers to an examination or the act of taking a test.

Thinking and Considering

考 + verbverb + 考

In words about thinking and considering, 考 (kǎo) suggests careful thought or deliberation.

HSK 4

kǎo考

lǜ虑

consider

HSK 5

sī思

kǎo考

ponder; reflect on; deliberate

HSK 3.0 · L7-9

kǎo考

liáng量

Consideration

HSK 5

cān参

kǎo考

to consult; to refer to

Investigating and Assessing

考 + verb

In words about investigation and assessment, 考 (kǎo) indicates a thorough examination or evaluation.

HSK 6

kǎo考

chá察

inspect; investigate

HSK 6

kǎo考

hé核

examine; appraise; assess

HSK 6

kǎo考

yàn验

test; trial; ordeal

HSK 6

kǎo考

gǔ古

archaeology

考 (kǎo): To examine — Stroke Order & Writing Guide

Animated Stroke Order 考

Stroke Order Diagrams 考

Character Breakdown

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How to Use 考

Exams and Testing

Example Sentences

HSK (3.0) Level 2

Same Sound

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Thinking and Considering

Investigating and Assessing

Related Characters

HSK (3.0) Level 2

Same Sound

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