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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
噱juéto laugh heartilyn, 16 strokes, radical 口, rank #97128, Very Hard
噱juéloud laughterunknown, 16 strokes, radical 口, rank #97128, Very Hard
jué(jue2)jue T2
  1. 1to laugh heartily
  2. 2loud laughter
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March 24, 2026

噱jué(jue2)

The character 噱 (jué) refers to a loud and hearty laugh, often associated with joy and merriment. It can be used in contexts where laughter is a prominent expression of happiness, particularly in social gatherings or humorous situations.

Strokes16Radical口Frequency#97128DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In traditional Chinese theater, especially in performances like 'Jingju' (Peking opera), laughter and humor play vital roles, often represented by characters that evoke a sense of joy, making 噱 an important part of cultural expressions.

Memory tip

Imagine a clown (who represents laughter) with a big nose that resembles the character 噱. The clown's loud laughter echoes through the air, making everyone around him burst into smiles. The sound of 'jué' can remind you of the jubilant sound of laughter.

Meanings of 噱

jué(jue2)
1to laugh heartily
2loud laughter
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About 噱

噱Simplified
16Strokes
口Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

Common mistakes include confusing 噱 with similar-sounding words related to laughter, such as 笑 (xiào), which means to smile or laugh more generally. 噱 is less formal and often used in casual settings. Be mindful of tone and pronunciation, as incorrect tones can alter the meaning.

HSK Study Tips

While 噱 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it relates to other words about laughter and humor that students might encounter, such as 笑 (xiào) and 开心 (kāixīn). Focus on the emotional context of laughter when learning this character.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 噱 with other laughter-related words, like 笑 (xiào) or 哄 (hǒng). For example, using 噱 in formal contexts or as a synonym for 笑 can lead to awkwardness. Always remember, 噱 is best for informal, hearty laughter.

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Etymology of 噱

Formation typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Explanation

Phonosemantic compound. 口 represents the meaning and 豦 represents the sound.

Memory hint

mouth

Semantic (meaning)口
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Phonetic (sound)豦
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Origin

噱 = 口 + 豦. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 噱

IDS Structure⿰口豦
噱Full character
=
口kou3
left
豦ju4
right
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Parts

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How to say to laugh heartily in Chinese

“to laugh heartily” in Chinese is噱jué

The character 噱 (jué) refers to a loud and hearty laugh, often associated with joy and merriment. It can be used in contexts where laughter is a prominent expression of happiness, particularly in social gatherings or humorous situations.

When to use 噱

Common mistakes include confusing 噱 with similar-sounding words related to laughter, such as 笑 (xiào), which means to smile or laugh more generally. 噱 is less formal and often used in casual settings. Be mindful of tone and pronunciation, as incorrect tones can alter the meaning.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 噱 with other laughter-related words, like 笑 (xiào) or 哄 (hǒng). For example, using 噱 in formal contexts or as a synonym for 笑 can lead to awkwardness. Always remember, 噱 is best for informal, hearty laughter.

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Grammar patterns of 噱

噱 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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这次运动虽然大搞____头,但也有其严肃的一面。

The campaign was gimmicky, but it had a serious side to it.

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这次运动虽然大搞噱头,但也有其严肃的一面。

zhè cì yùndòng suīrán dà gǎo jué tóu, dàn yě yǒu qí yánsù de yímiàn。

The campaign was gimmicky, but it had a serious side to it.

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Word Family of 噱

Words containing this character2
噱头jokes噱頭
噱juéloud laughter
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Frequently asked questions about 噱

You can use 噱 in informal conversations when describing someone laughing heartily or when recounting a funny story.

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