Meanings of 旷
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AI Study Notes for 旷
空 (kōng) vs 旷 (kuàng): Use 空 when referring to emptiness or void, while 旷 emphasizes vastness or neglect.
Be careful to use 旷 in appropriate contexts, as it can imply a negative action, such as neglecting duties. It is more commonly used in informal situations, particularly among younger speakers discussing school or work. Avoid confusing it with similar-sounding words, which may lead to misunderstandings.
Although 旷 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, it connects well with HSK Level 4 words related to space and time management. Students should focus on recognizing its usage in phrases that denote neglect or vastness, enhancing their vocabulary in descriptive contexts.
Learners often confuse 旷 with other characters that have similar pronunciations, such as 冈 (gāng) or 矿 (kuàng), leading to incorrect meanings. For example, saying '我旷了工作' (I neglected work) instead of '我旷课了' (I skipped class) can cause confusion.
Pronunciation of 旷
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Etymology of 旷
A wide 广 plain under the sun 日; 广 also provides the pronunciation
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Case file: 旷
- 1The giveawayA wide 广 plain under the sun 日; 广 also provides the pronunciation
- 2On the record asideographic — someone drew an idea rather than an object.
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How to say to neglect in Chinese
“to neglect” in Chinese is旷
The character 旷 (kuàng) primarily conveys the meaning of neglect or vastness. It can be used to describe a wide, open space, as well as the act of skipping classes or work. This character often appears in contexts related to both physical space and time management, reflecting a sense of emptiness or lack of attention.
When to use 旷
Be careful to use 旷 in appropriate contexts, as it can imply a negative action, such as neglecting duties. It is more commonly used in informal situations, particularly among younger speakers discussing school or work. Avoid confusing it with similar-sounding words, which may lead to misunderstandings.
旷 or something close to it
空 (kōng) vs 旷 (kuàng): Use 空 when referring to emptiness or void, while 旷 emphasizes vastness or neglect.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 旷 with other characters that have similar pronunciations, such as 冈 (gāng) or 矿 (kuàng), leading to incorrect meanings. For example, saying '我旷了工作' (I neglected work) instead of '我旷课了' (I skipped class) can cause confusion.
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Grammar Patterns of 旷
旷 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 6 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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我开车开了好一阵穿过这片可怕的空____之地。
I drove for a while across this fearsome emptiness.
Example Sentences for 旷 (4)
Word Family of 旷
Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 旷
You might encounter phrases like 旷课 (kuàng kè), meaning 'to skip class', or 旷野 (kuàng yě), meaning 'wilderness'.
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