unknown, 15 strokes, radical 口, rank #44397, Very Hard
噔
dēng
thump
unknown, 15 strokes, radical 口, rank #44397, Very Hard
dēng(deng1) T1
1for (a recipient of pity or sympathy); surname
2(onom.) thud
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March 24, 2026
噔dēng(deng1)
The character 噔 (dēng) is primarily used to express a sound, specifically a thud or thump, often associated with something heavy falling. It can also refer to the act of feeling pity or sympathy for someone, and it is a rare surname in Chinese. This character is mostly encountered in informal contexts, such as comic books or casual conversations.
Strokes15Radical口Frequency#44397DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, onomatopoeic words like 噔 are often used in storytelling and children's literature to create vivid imagery and enhance the emotional impact of the narrative.
Memory Tip
Imagine a big, heavy object falling to the ground with a loud 'dēng' sound, creating a thump. The character 噔 has a 'mouth' radical (口), suggesting sound, and the bottom part looks like something heavy being dropped.
Meanings of 噔
dēng(deng1)
1for (a recipient of pity or sympathy); surname
2(onom.) thud
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About 噔
噔Simplified
15Strokes
口Radical
拟声词onomatopoeia (onom.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 噔
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a big, heavy object falling to the ground with a loud 'dēng' sound, creating a thump. The character 噔 has a 'mouth' radical (口), suggesting sound, and the bottom part looks like something heavy being dropped.
Usage Notes
When using 噔 to express a sound, ensure it is in informal contexts, as it may not be suitable for formal writing. Common collocations include phrases that evoke sounds or reactions. Be careful with the tone; it is pronounced with a high-level tone (dēng).
HSK Study Tips
Although 噔 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it can help learners recognize sound-related characters. Focus on understanding onomatopoeia in Chinese, as they often convey emotions vividly.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, onomatopoeic words like 噔 are often used in storytelling and children's literature to create vivid imagery and enhance the emotional impact of the narrative.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 噔 with other sound-related characters like 咚 (dōng). For example, using 噔 when referring to a musical note would be incorrect; instead, use a character specifically related to music.
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Grammar Patterns of 噔
噔 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 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.
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尼科利尼一步两个台阶地____噔跑上楼。
Niccolini was thundering up the stairs, taking them two at a time.
Example Sentences for 噔 (6)
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1
尼科利尼一步两个台阶地噔噔跑上楼。
ní kē lì ní yī bù liǎng gè tái jiē dì dēng dēng pǎo shàng lóu。
Niccolini was thundering up the stairs, taking them two at a time.
2
他转身不理他们，噔噔噔地爬上了山。
tā zhuǎn shēn bù lǐ tā mén， ， dēng dēng dēng dì pá shàng le。
He turned his back on them and stomped off up the hill.
3
她光着脚噔噔地跑上木质楼梯。
tā guāng zháo jiǎo dēng dēng dì pǎo shàng mù zhì lóu tī。
She ran up the stairs, her bare feet thudding on the wood.
4
她想象着他噔噔噔地走向车子，一副自以为是的模样。
tā xiǎng xiàng zháo tā dēng dēng dēng dì zǒu xiàng chē zǐ， ， yī fù zì yǐ wéi shì de mó。
She visualized him stomping to his car, the picture of self-righteousness.
5
他的脚噔噔噔地踩在木头台阶上。
tā de jiǎo dēng dēng dēng dì cǎi zài mù tóu tái jiē shàng。
His feet clunked on the wooden steps.
6
她很胖，在潮湿的天气里浑身大汗，烦躁地在各个房间之间噔噔地走来走去。
tā hěn pàng， ， zài cháo shī de tiān qì lǐ hún shēn dà， hàn ， fán zào dì zài gè gè fáng jiān zhī jiān dēng dēng dì zǒu lái。
Overweight and sweating in the humid weather, she stamped from room to room.
Cultural Notes for 噔
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, onomatopoeic words like 噔 are often used in storytelling and children's literature to create vivid imagery and enhance the emotional impact of the narrative.
Word Family of 噔
Words Containing This Character2
噔dēngthump
噔噔thud
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 噔
噔 is typically used in informal contexts to describe sounds, especially in storytelling or comic dialogues.
No, 噔 is primarily used in casual speech and informal writing.
Yes, it can convey feelings of sympathy or pity when contextually appropriate.
