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March 24, 2026
觥gōng(gong1)
The character 觥 (gōng) refers to a traditional wine container made from a horn, commonly used in ancient Chinese ceremonies or feasts. It symbolizes hospitality and celebration, often associated with toasting and sharing drinks during significant occasions, such as weddings or festivals.
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Cultural Note
In ancient China, 觥 was not just a vessel for wine but also a symbol of social status and cultural practices during feasts, reflecting the importance of hospitality in Chinese culture.
Memory Tip
Imagine a grand banquet where a horn-shaped cup (like the character 觥) is filled with wine. The horn represents abundance and festivity, and the pronunciation 'gōng' sounds like 'gong,' a celebratory sound that marks joyous occasions.
Meanings of 觥
gōng(gong1)
1a horn of wine
2big
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a grand banquet where a horn-shaped cup (like the character 觥) is filled with wine. The horn represents abundance and festivity, and the pronunciation 'gōng' sounds like 'gong,' a celebratory sound that marks joyous occasions.
Usage Notes
While 觥 is often used in literary or formal contexts, it is rarely encountered in everyday conversation. Learners might confuse it with the more common word for cup, 杯 (bēi), which is used in daily life. Be mindful of using this term in appropriate contexts, such as discussing traditional customs.
HSK Study Tips
Although 觥 is not part of the HSK vocabulary lists, it can be linked to words related to drinking and celebrations, such as 酒 (jiǔ, wine) and 杯 (bēi, cup). Focus on recognizing this character in classical texts or cultural discussions.
Cultural Note
In ancient China, 觥 was not just a vessel for wine but also a symbol of social status and cultural practices during feasts, reflecting the importance of hospitality in Chinese culture.
Common Mistakes
Learners might mistakenly use 觥 interchangeably with 杯 (bēi), which refers to any cup. For example, saying '我想要一個觥' (wǒ xiǎng yào yī gè gōng) is incorrect when ordering a drink; it should be '我想要一個杯' (wǒ xiǎng yào yī gè bēi).
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Cultural Notes for 觥
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In ancient China, 觥 was not just a vessel for wine but also a symbol of social status and cultural practices during feasts, reflecting the importance of hospitality in Chinese culture.
Word Family of 觥
Words Containing This Character2
觥筹交错a big (drinking) party觥籌交錯
觥gōngbig
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Frequently Asked Questions about 觥
No, it is mainly found in historical or literary contexts rather than everyday conversation.
Common phrases are rare, but it may appear in discussions about traditional ceremonies or literature.
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