blurry, obscured; the condition or appearance of the moon
x, 20 strokes, radical 月, rank #26356, Very Hard
lóng(long2) T2
1blurry, obscured; the condition or appearance of the moon
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March 24, 2026
朧lóng(long2)
The character 朧 (lóng) describes something that is blurry or obscured, often used to refer to the hazy appearance of the moon. In literature, it can evoke feelings of mystery and ethereality, commonly appearing in poetic contexts to create a serene atmosphere.
Strokes20Radical月Frequency#26356DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese poetry, the moon often symbolizes longing and nostalgia, and the term 朧 captures the elusive, dreamlike quality of this celestial body, reflecting traditional themes of beauty and transience in art.
Memory Tip
Imagine a foggy night where the moon is barely visible, creating a soft, blurry glow in the sky. The character 朧 looks like a moon (月) wrapped in a veil (亻), symbolizing its obscured beauty.
Meanings of 朧
lóng(long2)
1blurry, obscured; the condition or appearance of the moon
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朧Simplified
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月Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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朦 (méng) vs 迷 (mí) — use 朧 (lóng) for a focus on haziness or obscurity, while 朦 (méng) emphasizes indistinctness, and 迷 (mí) conveys a sense of being lost or enchanted.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a foggy night where the moon is barely visible, creating a soft, blurry glow in the sky. The character 朧 looks like a moon (月) wrapped in a veil (亻), symbolizing its obscured beauty.
Usage Notes
This word is often used in poetic or artistic contexts rather than in everyday conversation. A common mistake is confusing it with similar-sounding words; ensure you pronounce it with a rising tone (lóng) rather than a flat tone, which could change the meaning.
HSK Study Tips
Although 朧 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects to Level 4 words like 月 (moon) and 模糊 (blur). Students should focus on recognizing its usage in literary texts and enhancing their understanding of descriptive vocabulary.
Cultural Note
In Chinese poetry, the moon often symbolizes longing and nostalgia, and the term 朧 captures the elusive, dreamlike quality of this celestial body, reflecting traditional themes of beauty and transience in art.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 朧 with 模糊 (móhú), leading to incorrect usage. For example, saying '我看到月亮模糊' (wǒ kàn dào yuèliang móhú) instead of '我看到月亮朧' (wǒ kàn dào yuèliang lóng) can change the intended nuance.
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Cultural Notes for 朧
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In Chinese poetry, the moon often symbolizes longing and nostalgia, and the term 朧 captures the elusive, dreamlike quality of this celestial body, reflecting traditional themes of beauty and transience in art.
Word Family of 朧
Words Containing This Character3
朦胧ménglónghazy朦朧
胧lóngrising moon朧
朦胧诗Misty Poetry, a post-Cultural Revolution poetry movement朦朧詩
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 朧
No, it is more prevalent in poetic or artistic contexts rather than in daily speech.
It should be pronounced as lóng, with a rising tone.
Yes, you can use 模糊 (móhú) for 'blurry' or 'hazy' in more casual contexts.
