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抨 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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抨
pēng
to impeach; to criticize
v, 8 strokes, radical 扌, rank #96907, Very Hard
抨
pēng
attack
unknown, 8 strokes, radical 扌, rank #96907, Very Hard
抨
pēng
impeach
unknown, 8 strokes, radical 扌, rank #96907, Very Hard
pēng(peng1)peng T1
1to impeach; to criticize
2attack
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March 24, 2026
抨pēng(peng1)
The character 抨 (pēng) means to impeach or to criticize someone, often in a formal context. It is commonly used in political discussions or debates, where one party criticizes another's actions or decisions. The nuance of this word carries a sense of seriousness, typically associated with formal accusations or critiques.
Strokes8Radical扌Frequency#96907DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note
In Chinese politics, the act of impeaching or criticizing officials is a significant aspect of governance and accountability. The concept of 抨 reflects the importance placed on holding leaders accountable for their actions within the Chinese political landscape.
Memory tip
Imagine a strong wind (represented by the radical 抨) that blows away the false claims made by someone in power. The sound 'pēng' is like the noise of the wind forcefully pushing against something, emphasizing the act of attack or criticism.
Meanings of 抨
pēng(peng1)
1to impeach; to criticize
2attack
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About 抨
抨Simplified
8Strokes
扌Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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Quick Contrast
抨 (pēng) vs 批 (pī) — choose 抨 for formal criticism or impeachment, while 批 is more casual and can refer to general criticism.
Usage Notes
This term is generally used in formal contexts, particularly in political discourse. Learners often confuse 抨 with other similar characters such as 批, which means to critique but is less formal. Be cautious of the tone; use it in contexts that warrant serious discussion.
HSK Study Tips
While 抨 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects with HSK 4 and 5 words related to politics and criticism, such as 批评 (pīpíng) for criticism. Focus on using this word in relevant discussions to enhance your political vocabulary.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misuse 抨 in informal contexts, such as saying '我抨你' (I impeach you), which sounds overly serious. Instead, use it in formal discussions about actions or policies.
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抨 = 扌 + 平. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 抨
IDS Structure⿰扌平
抨Full character
=
扌shou3
left
平Ping2
right
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How to say to impeach; to criticize in Chinese
“to impeach; to criticize” in Chinese is抨pēng
The character 抨 (pēng) means to impeach or to criticize someone, often in a formal context. It is commonly used in political discussions or debates, where one party criticizes another's actions or decisions. The nuance of this word carries a sense of seriousness, typically associated with formal accusations or critiques.
When to use 抨
This term is generally used in formal contexts, particularly in political discourse. Learners often confuse 抨 with other similar characters such as 批, which means to critique but is less formal. Be cautious of the tone; use it in contexts that warrant serious discussion.
抨 or something close to it
抨 (pēng) vs 批 (pī) — choose 抨 for formal criticism or impeachment, while 批 is more casual and can refer to general criticism.
What learners get wrong
Learners often misuse 抨 in informal contexts, such as saying '我抨你' (I impeach you), which sounds overly serious. Instead, use it in formal discussions about actions or policies.
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Grammar patterns of 抨
抨 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. 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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这位大名鼎鼎的电影制片人声色俱厉地____击了这些说法，称之为“无耻的谎言”。
The famed film-maker slammed the claims as "an outrageous lie"
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这位大名鼎鼎的电影制片人声色俱厉地抨击了这些说法，称之为“无耻的谎言”。
zhè wèi dàmíngdǐngdǐng de diànyǐng zhì piàn rén shēng sè jù lì dì pēngjī le zhèxiē shuōfǎ， chèn zhī wèi“ wúchǐ de huǎngyán”。
The famed film-maker slammed the claims as "an outrageous lie"
2
他的政治观点遭到左派的抨击。
tā de zhèngzhì guāndiǎn zāodào zuǒ pài de pēngjī。
His political opinions have attracted the opprobrium of the Left.
Fundamentalist groups have attacked women they regarded as improperly dressed.
10
他成为旧的苏联体制直言不讳的抨击者。
tā chéngwéi jiù de sū lián tǐzhì zhí yán bù huì de pēngjī zhě。
He became an outspoken opponent of the old Soviet system.
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Word Family of 抨
Words containing this character2
抨击pēngjīto attack (verbally or in writing)抨擊
抨pēngattack
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Frequently asked questions about 抨
While both mean to criticize, 抨 is more formal and often used in political contexts, whereas 批评 is more general and can be used in everyday situations.
It's typically not used in casual conversations; it's more appropriate for formal discussions or written critiques.
The pronunciation is 'pēng', with a high and level tone. Practice saying it with emphasis to distinguish it from similar sounding words.
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