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March 24, 2026
喀kā(ka1)
The character 喀 (kā) primarily refers to the action of vomiting or making a sound associated with coughing. It is often used in transliterations and can represent an onomatopoeic sound, mimicking the noise made during these actions. In conversational contexts, it can convey a sense of discomfort or disgust.
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Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, sounds associated with bodily functions like vomiting can be indicators of health issues, reflecting a deeper cultural belief in the body's balance and signals. Understanding this character can provide insight into discussions about health and wellness in Chinese culture.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person who has just vomited, making a harsh 'kā' sound as they cough. The left part '口' (kǒu) represents the mouth, emphasizing the action of expelling something, while the right component can be imagined as a person doubling over in discomfort. This visual aids in remembering both the sound and meaning.
Meanings of 喀
kā(ka1)
1to vomit; used in transliterations
2(onom.) sound of coughing or vomiting
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AI Study Notes for 喀
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a person who has just vomited, making a harsh 'kā' sound as they cough. The left part '口' (kǒu) represents the mouth, emphasizing the action of expelling something, while the right component can be imagined as a person doubling over in discomfort. This visual aids in remembering both the sound and meaning.
Usage Notes
喀 is generally informal and may not be suitable in formal writing or speeches. Learners often confuse it with other characters meaning 'to cough' or 'to spit.' Be mindful of the tone; using the wrong tone could change the meaning or render it nonsensical.
HSK Study Tips
While 喀 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it can be linked to words related to health or bodily functions, which are often covered at beginner levels. Students should focus on the context in which onomatopoeic words are used and practice listening for similar sounds in conversation.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, sounds associated with bodily functions like vomiting can be indicators of health issues, reflecting a deeper cultural belief in the body's balance and signals. Understanding this character can provide insight into discussions about health and wellness in Chinese culture.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 喀 with other similar-sounding characters, leading to incorrect usage. For instance, using 喀 to mean 'to cough' instead of the appropriate character 咳 (ké) is a common error.
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Grammar Patterns of 喀
喀 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 2 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.
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旅行的终点是马拉____什古城。
The journey ends in the ancient city of Marrakesh.
Example Sentences for 喀 (6)
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旅行的终点是马拉喀什古城。
lǚ háng de zhōng diǎn shì mǎ lā kā shí gǔ chéng。
The journey ends in the ancient city of Marrakesh.
2
有关那喀索斯的神话故事在奥维德的作品中有过描述。
yǒu guān nà kā suǒ sī de shén huà gù shì zài ào wéi dé de zuò pǐn zhōng yǒu guò miáo shù。
The myth of Narcissus is described in Ovid's work.
3
整个喀布尔都能看到腾起的黑烟.
zhěng gè kā bù ěr dū néng kàn dào téng qǐ de hēi yān.
The rising plume of black smoke could be seen all over Kabul.
4
作为替补队员上场的他为喀麦隆队打入了四粒关键进球。
zuò wéi tì bǔ duì yuán shàng cháng de tā wéi kā mài lóng duì dǎ rù le sì lì guān jiàn jìn qiú。
Coming on as a substitute, he scored four crucial goals for Cameroon.
5
她的脚喀嚓喀嚓地踩在沙砾上。
tā de jiǎo kā cā kā cā dì cǎi zài shā lì shàng。
Her feet scrunch on the gravel.
6
风把树喀嚓一声刮断了。
fēng bǎ shù kā cā yī shēng guā duàn le。
The wind had snapped the tree in two.
Cultural Notes for 喀
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese medicine, sounds associated with bodily functions like vomiting can be indicators of health issues, reflecting a deeper cultural belief in the body's balance and signals. Understanding this character can provide insight into discussions about health and wellness in Chinese culture.
Word Family of 喀
Words Containing This Character20
喀kā(onom.) sound of coughing or vomiting
喀布尔Kabul, capital of Afghanistan喀布爾
喀什Kashgar or Qeshqer (Kāshí) city and prefecture in the west of Xinjiang near Kyrgyzstan
喀麦隆Cameroon喀麥隆
达喀尔Dakar, capital of Senegal達喀爾
喀嚓(onom.) breaking or snapping
喀斯特karst (loanword)
日喀则Shigatse or Xigaze, Tibetan: Gzhis ka rtse, city and prefecture in central Tibet日喀則
喀尔巴阡山脉Carpathian Mountains, 1500-km mountain range in Central and Eastern Europe喀爾巴阡山脈
喀土穆Khartoum, capital of Sudan
喀什地区Qeshqer wilayiti, Kashgar or Kāshí prefecture in west Xinjiang near Kyrgyzstan喀什地區
喀秋莎Katyusha (name)
日喀则地区Shigatse or Xigaze prefecture in central Tibet, Tibetan: Gzhis ka rtse sa khul, Chinese Rikaze日喀則地區
喀拉拉邦Kerala (state in India)
坦噶尼喀Tanganyika on continent of West Africa, one component of Tanzania
喀什市Qeshqer Shehiri (Kashgar city) in the west of Xinjiang near Kyrgyzstan
马斯喀特Muscat, capital of Oman馬斯喀特
日喀则市Shigatse or Xigaze, Tibetan: Gzhis ka rtse, city and prefecture in central Tibet, Chinese Rikaze日喀則市
喀喇昆仑山Karakorum mountain range in west Xinjiang喀喇崑崙山
亚喀巴Aqaba (port city in Jordan)亞喀巴
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Compound Meaning
What does 喀 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 喀
喀 primarily means to vomit or to produce a sound related to coughing. It is often used in a casual context.
No, 喀 is typically used in informal speech and should be avoided in formal writing.
