unknown, 17 strokes, radical 月, rank #49097, Very Hard
朦
méng
unclear
unknown, 17 strokes, radical 月, rank #49097, Very Hard
朦
méng
to deceive
unknown, 17 strokes, radical 月, rank #49097, Very Hard
méng(meng2) T2
1dim, obscure; the condition of the moon
2indistinct
Listen to the audio pronunciation 3 times to gain XP
March 24, 2026
朦méng(meng2)
The character 朦 (méng) refers to something that is dim or obscure, often describing a lack of clarity or distinctness. It can be used in both literal contexts, such as the visibility of the moon, and metaphorical ones, like unclear thoughts or intentions.
Strokes17Radical月Frequency#49097DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese poetry, 朦 is often used to describe romantic or dreamlike scenes, reflecting the cultural appreciation for subtlety and nuance in emotions. The dimness of the moon can symbolize longing or unattainable beauty.
Memory Tip
Imagine a foggy night where the moon is barely visible, creating a '朦' (méng) atmosphere. The character has the radical for 'moon' (月), hinting at its connection to dimness and obscurity. Picture trying to see the moon through a haze, making it indistinct and hard to grasp.
Meanings of 朦
méng(meng2)
1dim, obscure; the condition of the moon
2indistinct
Exercise 1 of 2
Listen & Choose the Meaning
Choose the correct answer:
About 朦
朦Simplified
17Strokes
月Radical
形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
Podcast: 朦
Podcast: 朦
Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you
New here?
AI Study Notes for 朦
Quick Contrast
模糊 (móhū) - use 朦 (méng) when emphasizing dimness or obscurity, while 模糊 (móhū) focuses on indistinctness or vagueness.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a foggy night where the moon is barely visible, creating a '朦' (méng) atmosphere. The character has the radical for 'moon' (月), hinting at its connection to dimness and obscurity. Picture trying to see the moon through a haze, making it indistinct and hard to grasp.
Usage Notes
Be cautious not to confuse 朦 with 明 (míng), which means bright or clear. This word is primarily used in descriptive contexts, so it may not be suitable for formal writing. Common collocations include 朦胧 (ménglóng, hazy) and 朦胧的月光 (ménglóng de yuèguāng, dim moonlight).
HSK Study Tips
As this word is not part of the HSK vocabulary, focus on its usage in literary contexts and poetry. It connects with themes of ambiguity and emotion, which are prevalent in HSK 4-5 readings. Pay attention to its application in descriptive language.
Cultural Note
In Chinese poetry, 朦 is often used to describe romantic or dreamlike scenes, reflecting the cultural appreciation for subtlety and nuance in emotions. The dimness of the moon can symbolize longing or unattainable beauty.
Common Mistakes
Learners may confuse 朦 with 明 (míng), leading to incorrect sentences like '这张照片看起来明' (This photo looks bright) when they mean 'dim.' The correct phrase should use 朦: '这张照片看起来朦胧.'
AI-enhanced 2026-03-24
Pronunciation of 朦
Premium — Locked
AI tone practice
Pro
Drill the tone of 朦 with AI-powered exercises, get instant feedback, and earn XP toward mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.
New here? to save your writing progress and earn XP.
Practice writing 朦 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.
Write correctly 3 times to earn XP
Grammar Patterns of 朦
朦 functions as an adjective. In Chinese it behaves like a stative verb: place it directly after the subject without 是 (我很高，not 我是高). Use 不 to negate (不高) and pair it with 很 in plain affirmative sentences. It carries 4 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.
Exercise 1 of 5
Complete the Sentence
天____朦亮的时候曾经有过一场小规模的战斗.
There had been a skirmish in the half light of dawn.
Example Sentences for 朦 (4)
Listen to all sentences once to receive XP
1
天朦朦亮的时候曾经有过一场小规模的战斗.
tiān méng méng liàng de shí hòu zēng jīng yǒu guò yī cháng xiǎo guī mó de zhàn dǒu.
There had been a skirmish in the half light of dawn.
The mountains beyond are veiled in a dreamy purple haze.
Cultural Notes for 朦
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese poetry, 朦 is often used to describe romantic or dreamlike scenes, reflecting the cultural appreciation for subtlety and nuance in emotions. The dimness of the moon can symbolize longing or unattainable beauty.
Word Family of 朦
Words Containing This Character3
朦胧ménglónghazy朦朧
朦méngunclear
朦胧诗Misty Poetry, a post-Cultural Revolution poetry movement朦朧詩
Exercise 1 of 3
Compound Meaning
What does 朦胧 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 朦
朦 (méng) often relates to dimness and obscurity, while 模糊 (móhú) refers to something being blurred or indistinct. They can overlap, but their nuances differ.
Yes, but it is more commonly found in literary contexts. In everyday speech, you might use 模糊 or 暗 (àn, dark) instead.
