HSK 7, a, 14 strokes, radical 氵, rank #10114, Hard
漫
màn
unrestrained
HSK 7, a, 14 strokes, radical 氵, rank #10114, Hard
漫
màn
to inundate
HSK 7, a, 14 strokes, radical 氵, rank #10114, Hard
漫
màn
inundating; exaggerated
HSK 7, a, 14 strokes, radical 氵, rank #10114, Hard
màn(man4) T4
1free
2unrestrained
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March 24, 2026
漫màn(man4)
The character 漫 (màn) conveys a sense of being free or unrestrained, often in the context of something flowing or spreading abundantly. It is commonly used to describe exaggerated expressions or vast, unconfined spaces, such as in literature, art, or nature. In daily life, it can refer to something being overwhelming or an abundance of something, like a flood of ideas or emotions.
Strokes14Radical氵Frequency#10114DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, 漫 can relate to the art of 漫画 (mànhuà), which is an important part of pop culture, with comic books and animations being widely appreciated. The concept of unrestrained creativity is celebrated in various forms of traditional and modern art.
Memory Tip
Imagine a river (the water radical 水) flowing freely and wildly (represented by the character's form), creating a vast, unconfined area that inundates everything around it – this visual of water overflowing connects to the pronunciation 'màn' as it flows smoothly.
Meanings of 漫
màn(man4)
1free
2unrestrained
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About 漫
漫Simplified
14Strokes
氵Radical
形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#10114Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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AI Study Notes for 漫
Quick Contrast
漫 (màn) vs 广 (guǎng) — choose 漫 for a sense of unrestrained flow or abundance, while 广 emphasizes wide, expansive areas.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a river (the water radical 水) flowing freely and wildly (represented by the character's form), creating a vast, unconfined area that inundates everything around it – this visual of water overflowing connects to the pronunciation 'màn' as it flows smoothly.
Usage Notes
Be mindful of the tone when pronouncing 漫 (màn), as it is a fourth tone and can be confused with similar-sounding words. It's often used in literary contexts or to describe art styles, so ensure you use it appropriately in formal discussions or descriptions. Common collocations include 漫画 (mànhuà, 'comic') and 漫游 (mànyóu, 'wander leisurely').
HSK Study Tips
Although 漫 is not included in the HSK levels, understanding it reinforces vocabulary related to abundance and freedom. Students should focus on its use in adjectives and how it connects with other words describing emotions, space, and artistic expression, which may appear in advanced levels.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, 漫 can relate to the art of 漫画 (mànhuà), which is an important part of pop culture, with comic books and animations being widely appreciated. The concept of unrestrained creativity is celebrated in various forms of traditional and modern art.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 漫 (màn) with similar-sounding words like 蛮 (mán), which has a different meaning (rude or savage). Ensure you use the correct context to avoid confusion, such as saying 漫长 (màncháng, 'long and unrestrained') instead of 蛮长.
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Grammar Patterns of 漫
漫 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 4
Complete the Sentence
通往和平的道路将很____长。
The road to peace will be long and drawn-out.
Common Confusions with 漫
漫vs慢
màn
Same pronunciation but different meaning.
漫vs满
mǎn
Similar pronunciation but different meaning and tone.
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Usage Notes for 漫
Misuse of 漫 in contextsCommon Error
Learners often confuse 漫 with other characters that describe different qualities of being unrestrained or free.
1
他画的风景很漫，不够细致。
The landscape he painted is very free, not detailed enough.
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他画的风景很____，不够细致。
The landscape he painted is very free, not detailed enough.
Example Sentences for 漫 (10)
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1
通往和平的道路将很漫长。
tōng wǎng hé píng de dào lù jiāng hěn màn cháng。
The road to peace will be long and drawn-out.
2
养育孩子的现实经常与浪漫的理想大相径庭。
yǎng yù hái zǐ de xiàn shí jīng cháng yǔ làng màn de lǐ xiǎng dà xiāng jìng tíng。
The reality of mothering is frequently very different from the romantic ideal.
3
这整个地方就是那位家长式乡绅的浪漫想象。
zhè zhěng gè dì fāng jiù shì nà wèi jiā cháng shì xiāng shēn de làng màn xiǎng xiàng。
The whole place was the romantic vision of the paternalist local squire.
There are reports of widespread dis-content in the capital.
8
在几个小时漫无目的的搜寻之后，他们快没燃料了。
zài jī gè xiǎo shí màn wú mù de de sōu xún zhī hòu， ， tā mén kuài méi rán liào。
After several hours of aimless searching they were getting low on fuel.
9
那座城市的街道肮脏不堪，弥漫着令人窒息的废气。
nà zuò chéng shì de jiē dào āng zāng bù kān， ， mí màn zháo líng rén zhì xī de fèi。
The city's streets are filthy and choked with exhaust fumes.
10
“我会没事的，”他漫不经心地说，“那只是想想而已。”
“ “ wǒ huì méi shì，” de ，” tā màn bù jīng xīn，“ dì shuō ，“ nà zhī shì xiǎng。”
"I'll be all right," he said airily. "It was only a thought."
Cultural Notes for 漫
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The character 漫 is often associated with the idea of freedom, similar to the open flow of water in nature, representing a sense of ease and lack of constraints in life.
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, 漫 can relate to the art of 漫画 (mànhuà), which is an important part of pop culture, with comic books and animations being widely appreciated. The concept of unrestrained creativity is celebrated in various forms of traditional and modern art.
Word Family of 漫
Words Containing This Character20
浪漫làngmànromantic
漫画mànhuàcaricature漫畫
漫长mànchángvery long漫長
漫mànfree
漫步to wander
弥漫mímànto pervade彌漫
漫漫long
漫游mànyóuto roam漫遊
漫天everywhere
漫画家cartoon writer (from Japanese mangaka)漫畫家
浪漫主义romanticism浪漫主義
漫不经心careless漫不經心
散漫undisciplined
烂漫brightly colored爛漫
漫天要价to ask for sky-high prices漫天要價
漫无目的aimless漫無目的
天真烂漫innocent and unaffected天真爛漫
漫山遍野covering everything
漫无边际extremely vast漫無邊際
漫天飞舞(of snow etc) to fill the sky漫天飛舞
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Compound Meaning
What does 浪漫 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 漫
漫 is classified as an HSK level 7 character, indicating it is considered advanced. Understanding this character is important for learners aiming to achieve fluency and comprehend higher-level texts in Chinese literature or conversation.
Some synonyms for 漫 include 自由 (zìyóu), which means 'freedom,' and 无拘无束 (wú jū wú shù), meaning 'unconstrained.' These words can be used in similar contexts to convey the idea of being free or unrestrained.
You can use 漫 in sentences to describe actions or states that are free or unrestrained. For example, '他漫游在城市中' (tā màn yóu zài chéngshì zhōng) means 'He wanders freely in the city.' This illustrates the character's meaning of freedom.
漫 (màn) generally means 'free' or 'unrestrained.' It can also imply a sense of inundation, such as being overwhelmed by something. This character often conveys a feeling of ease and lack of restrictions in both literal and metaphorical contexts.
In everyday conversation, 漫 often describes things that feel free, unrestrained, or overwhelming, such as emotions or ideas.
In literature, 漫 can describe a style that is exaggerated or flowing, often creating vivid imagery of expansive or emotional landscapes.
Yes, words like 流 (liú, 'to flow') and 泛 (fàn, 'to spread over') have similar meanings, focusing on the idea of movement and abundance.
