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嗖 is typically used in informal contexts to describe sounds associated with speed. Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding words that have different meanings; the tone is crucial, as it is pronounced with a high level tone. Common collocations include phrases describing swift actions or movements.
Although 嗖 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it can be related to other onomatopoeic words at beginner levels. Focus on associating it with movements and sounds to improve your understanding of similar characters.
Learners often mispronounce 嗖 by using the wrong tone, such as saying 'sǒu' instead of 'sōu', which alters its meaning. Another common mistake is using it in formal contexts where a more standard expression would be appropriate.
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Etymology of 嗖
Phonosemantic compound. 口 represents the meaning and 叟 represents the sound.
mouth
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How to say a whizzing sound in Chinese
“a whizzing sound” in Chinese is嗖
嗖 (sōu) is an onomatopoeic character that represents the sound of something swiftly moving through the air, such as a whistle or a rush of wind. It is commonly used to describe the sound made by objects like arrows or vehicles, evoking a sense of speed and suddenness in action.
When to use 嗖
嗖 is typically used in informal contexts to describe sounds associated with speed. Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding words that have different meanings; the tone is crucial, as it is pronounced with a high level tone. Common collocations include phrases describing swift actions or movements.
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Learners often mispronounce 嗖 by using the wrong tone, such as saying 'sǒu' instead of 'sōu', which alters its meaning. Another common mistake is using it in formal contexts where a more standard expression would be appropriate.
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Grammar patterns of 嗖
嗖 functions as an onomatopoeic word — it imitates a sound. It often functions as an adverbial or stand-alone exclamation rather than a true verb or noun. It carries 4 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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斯图尔特感觉有个瓶子从他头上____地一下飞了过去。
Stewart felt a bottle whizz past his head.
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You can say, '他一箭射出，嗖地一声飞了出去' (He shot the arrow, and with a whoosh, it flew out).
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