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March 24, 2026
怦pēng(peng1)
The character 怦 (pēng) conveys a sense of eagerness or impulsiveness, often associated with a strong emotional response such as excitement or surprise. It is commonly used to describe a rapid heartbeat or a sudden, bold action, making it relevant in contexts involving feelings of anticipation or zeal.
Strokes8Radical忄Frequency#39239DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, showing impulsiveness or eagerness can be viewed positively in situations like romance or personal achievements, where taking bold actions is often celebrated. This contrasts with more reserved approaches in some Western cultures.
Memory Tip
Imagine your heart 'pēng' as it pounds in your chest when you see someone you are eager to meet. The character itself has a heart radical (心) at its core, symbolizing emotion, combined with a component that suggests quickness, linking it to impulsive feelings.
Meanings of 怦
pēng(peng1)
1ardent, eager; impulsive, bold
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About 怦
怦Simplified
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拟声词onomatopoeia (onom.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 怦
Quick Contrast
跳 (tiào, jump) — use 怦 for emotional intensity or heartbeat, while 跳 focuses on the physical action of jumping.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine your heart 'pēng' as it pounds in your chest when you see someone you are eager to meet. The character itself has a heart radical (心) at its core, symbolizing emotion, combined with a component that suggests quickness, linking it to impulsive feelings.
Usage Notes
Learners may confuse 怦 with similar-sounding words that describe emotions but lack the impulsive nuance. It is more commonly used in informal contexts, so be careful when using it in formal writing. Common collocations include phrases related to excitement or impulsive actions.
HSK Study Tips
While 怦 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding this character can enhance your grasp of emotional expressions in Mandarin. Focus on how it relates to other words describing feelings and actions at your current level, such as 兴奋 (xīngfèn, excited) and 决定 (juédìng, to decide).
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, showing impulsiveness or eagerness can be viewed positively in situations like romance or personal achievements, where taking bold actions is often celebrated. This contrasts with more reserved approaches in some Western cultures.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misuse 怦 by using it to describe calm emotions, which is incorrect. For example, saying '我感到怦静' (I feel calm) should instead use a word like 平静 (píngjìng, calm).
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Grammar Patterns of 怦
怦 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. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
我的心____怦直跳。脚步声已停在我的门外。
My heart was hammering. The footsteps had stopped outside my door.
Example Sentences for 怦 (7)
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我的心怦怦直跳。脚步声已停在我的门外。
wǒ de xīn pēng pēng zhí tiào。 。 jiǎo bù shēng yǐ tíng zài wǒ de mén。
My heart was hammering. The footsteps had stopped outside my door.
2
现在那声音已不那么刺耳，它又如当年一样让她怦然心动。
xiàn zài nà shēng yīn yǐ bù nà mó cì ěr， ， tā yòu rú dāng nián yī yàng ràng tā pēng rán xīn。
The voice, less coarse now, stirred her as it had then.
3
他的心兴奋得怦怦直跳.
tā de xīn xīng fèn dé pēng pēng zhí tiào.
His heart pounded with excitement.
4
她的心高兴得怦怦直跳.
tā de xīn gāo xīng dé pēng pēng zhí tiào.
Her heart bounded with joy.
5
他的心激动得怦怦直跳.
tā de xīn jī dòng dé pēng pēng zhí tiào.
His heart pulsed with excitement.
6
她激动得心怦怦直跳.
tā jī dòng dé xīn pēng pēng zhí tiào.
Her heart was thumping with emotion.
7
我的心怦怦乱跳，跳得我心里发慌。
wǒ de xīn pēng pēng luàn tiào， ， tiào dé wǒ xīn lǐ fā。
My heart was hammering unpleasantly.
Cultural Notes for 怦
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, showing impulsiveness or eagerness can be viewed positively in situations like romance or personal achievements, where taking bold actions is often celebrated. This contrasts with more reserved approaches in some Western cultures.
Word Family of 怦
Words Containing This Character4
怦怦thumping sound (onom.)
怦然心动to feel a rush of excitement (idiom)怦然心動
怦pēngimpulsive
怦然with a sudden shock, bang etc
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Compound Meaning
What does 怦怦 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 怦
It describes a strong, often sudden emotional response, like excitement or impulsiveness, often associated with a rapid heartbeat.
It is generally more suited for informal contexts, so it may not be appropriate for formal writing or speeches.
Yes, characters like 兴奋 (xīngfèn, excited) express related emotions but without the impulsive connotation of 怦.
