unknown, 6 strokes, radical 勹, rank #63225, Very Hard
匈
xiōng
abbr. for 匈牙利[Xiong1 ya2 li4]
unknown, 6 strokes, radical 勹, rank #63225, Very Hard
xiōng(Xiong1) T1
1breast, chest, thorax; to clamor; Hungary
2Hungarian
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March 24, 2026
匈xiōng(Xiong1)
The character 匈 (xiōng) primarily refers to the chest or breast area of the body. It is also used as a shorthand for Hungary and can denote the Hungarian language or people. In some contexts, it can imply loudness or clamor, often related to strong emotional expressions.
Strokes6Radical勹Frequency#63225DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
匈 is often associated with Hungary's historical and cultural significance, especially in discussions of Eastern European relations. Knowing this character can enrich conversations about travel or cultural exchanges with Hungary.
Memory Tip
Imagine a strong figure with a broad chest (胸) standing proudly, representing strength. The character 匈 has the radical for 'container' (匚) suggesting a strong, protective chest, while its pronunciation 'xiōng' can remind you of 'strong'—both in body and spirit.
Meanings of 匈
xiōng(Xiong1)
1breast, chest, thorax; to clamor; Hungary
2Hungarian
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About 匈
匈Simplified
6Strokes
勹Radical
地名míngcíplace name (p.n.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes
This character is more commonly used in written contexts, especially when referring to geography or national identity. Avoid confusing it with similar-sounding words like '胸' (xiōng) which means 'chest' in a more general sense. Be mindful of the fourth tone when pronouncing related words, as tone errors can change meanings.
HSK Study Tips
Though not part of the official HSK levels, understanding 匈 can help learners connect to geographical terms and discussions about countries or nationalities. Focus on how it relates to the word 'Hungary' (匈牙利) and practice its usage in cultural contexts.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 匈 with 胸 (xiōng), which means 'chest' in a more anatomical sense. Remember, 匈 specifically relates to Hungary or clamor. A common mistake would be saying '匈的声音' (xiōng de shēngyīn) intending to mean 'loud voice' when it should be '喧闹的声音' (xuān nào de shēng yīn).
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Phonosemantic compound. 勹 represents the meaning and 凶 represents the sound.
1The meaning half勹 carries the sense.
2The sound half凶 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
3The giveawaywrap
4On the record aspictophonetic.
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Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 匈?
Decomposition of 匈
IDS Structure⿹勹凶
匈Full Character
=
勹bao1
enclosing
凶xiong1
inner
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How to say breast, chest, thorax; to clamor; Hungary in Chinese
“breast, chest, thorax; to clamor; Hungary” in Chinese is匈xiōng
The character 匈 (xiōng) primarily refers to the chest or breast area of the body. It is also used as a shorthand for Hungary and can denote the Hungarian language or people. In some contexts, it can imply loudness or clamor, often related to strong emotional expressions.
When to use 匈
This character is more commonly used in written contexts, especially when referring to geography or national identity. Avoid confusing it with similar-sounding words like '胸' (xiōng) which means 'chest' in a more general sense. Be mindful of the fourth tone when pronouncing related words, as tone errors can change meanings.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 匈 with 胸 (xiōng), which means 'chest' in a more anatomical sense. Remember, 匈 specifically relates to Hungary or clamor. A common mistake would be saying '匈的声音' (xiōng de shēngyīn) intending to mean 'loud voice' when it should be '喧闹的声音' (xuān nào de shēng yīn).
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Grammar Patterns of 匈
匈 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 3 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
他们最终的目标是为____牙利建立起市场经济体制。
Their ultimate aim was a market economy for Hungary.
Example Sentences for 匈 (7)
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1
他们最终的目标是为匈牙利建立起市场经济体制。
tā mén zuì zhōng de mù biāo shì wéi xiōng yá lì jiàn lì qǐ shì cháng jīng jì tǐ zhì。
Their ultimate aim was a market economy for Hungary.
2
他是公认的匈牙利最有手腕的政治家。
tā shì gōng rèn de xiōng yá lì zuì yǒu shǒu wàn de zhèng zhì jiā。
He is widely regarded as Hungary's most skilful politician.
3
他说，选举的真正赢家是匈牙利人民。
tā shuō， ， xuǎn jǔ de zhēn zhèng yíng jiā shì xiōng yá lì rén。
The real winners of the election, he said, were the Hungarian people.
4
你可能认为匈牙利语很容易学。其实不然。
nǐ kě néng rèn wéi xiōng yá lì yǔ hěn róng yì xué。 。 qí shí bù。
You might think Hungarian a pushover to learn. It is not.
