appropriate, timely; to act, to serve; the sound of bells
zg, 16 strokes, radical 口, Very Hard
dāng(dang1) T1
1appropriate, timely; to act, to serve; the sound of bells
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March 24, 2026
噹dāng(dang1)
The character 噹 (dāng) primarily conveys the meanings of appropriateness or timeliness and can also refer to serving in a role or acting in a capacity. Additionally, it represents the sound of bells, linking it to auditory experiences in various contexts, such as celebrations or announcements.
Strokes16Radical口Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, the sound of bells (噹) is often associated with important events, such as weddings and festivals, symbolizing auspiciousness and celebration.
Memory Tip
Imagine a bell ringing 'dāng' at the perfect moment, signaling that it's time to act. The character 噹 has the sound of a bell and looks like a person ('亻') serving ('当') at the right time.
Meanings of 噹
dāng(dang1)
1appropriate, timely; to act, to serve; the sound of bells
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About 噹
噹Simplified
16Strokes
口Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a bell ringing 'dāng' at the perfect moment, signaling that it's time to act. The character 噹 has the sound of a bell and looks like a person ('亻') serving ('当') at the right time.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 噹 with similar-sounding characters. It is used in both formal and informal contexts, often in phrases relating to timely actions or events. Pay attention to the tones when pronouncing, as it can affect clarity.
HSK Study Tips
Though 噹 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects well with other words related to time and action. Students should focus on its usage in phrases and contexts that emphasize timing.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, the sound of bells (噹) is often associated with important events, such as weddings and festivals, symbolizing auspiciousness and celebration.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 噹 with the character 当 (dāng), which has a different meaning. For example, saying '我噹这个角色' instead of '我当这个角色' (I serve this role) is incorrect.
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六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声å—)~80-90% of characters
Explanation
Phonosemantic compound. 田 represents the meaning and 尚 represents the sound. The contribution of the 田 (field) component to the meaning is unclear. The simplified character 当 was adapted from the cursive form of the traditional character 當.
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Cultural Notes for 噹
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese culture, the sound of bells (噹) is often associated with important events, such as weddings and festivals, symbolizing auspiciousness and celebration.
Word Family of 噹
Words Containing This Character20
当dāngto be當
当然dāngránonly natural當然
当时dāngshíthen當時
相当xiāngdāngequivalent to相當
当地dāngdìlocal當地
应当yīngdāngshould應當
当年dāngniánthen當年
当前dāngqiáncurrent當前
当天dàngtiānon that day當天
当中dāngzhōngamong當中
当初dāngchūat that time當初
适当shìdàngsuitable適當
当作dàngzuòto treat as當作
当事人dāngshìrénparty (to an affair)當事人
当成dàngchéngto consider as當成
当日dāngrìthat very day當日
当场dāngchǎngat the scene當場
当局authorities當局
正当zhèngdànghonest正當
当晚dàngwǎnon that evening當晚
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Frequently Asked Questions about 噹
It can be used to describe timely actions or to refer to the sound of bells during events.
Yes, it can appear in both formal and informal writing, especially in contexts discussing timeliness.
Phrases such as '噹噹作響' (dāng dāng zuò xiǎng) meaning 'ringing sound' are common.
