Mt Mang at Luoyang in Henan, with many Han, Wei and Jin dynasty royal tombs
unknown, 5 strokes, radical 阝, Very Hard
máng(Mang2) T2
1a mountain in Henan province
2Mt Mang at Luoyang in Henan, with many Han, Wei and Jin dynasty royal tombs
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March 24, 2026
邙máng(Mang2)
邙 (máng) refers to a specific mountain in Henan province, particularly known as Mt. Mang near Luoyang, which is historically significant for housing numerous royal tombs from the Han, Wei, and Jin dynasties. This character is often used in historical contexts and discussions about ancient Chinese culture and burial practices.
Strokes5Radical阝Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
邙山 is deeply intertwined with Chinese history, as it is the site of many ancient royal tombs, reflecting the importance of burial practices and ancestral worship in Chinese culture. It symbolizes the connection between nature and the afterlife.
Memory Tip
Imagine a majestic mountain (山) rising in the distance, with royal tombs nestled among its peaks. The 'm' in 'máng' can remind you of 'majesty' and the 'áng' sounds like 'long', suggesting the long history and grandeur of this mountain.
Meanings of 邙
máng(Mang2)
1a mountain in Henan province
2Mt Mang at Luoyang in Henan, with many Han, Wei and Jin dynasty royal tombs
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About 邙
邙Simplified
5Strokes
阝Radical
地名míngcíplace name (p.n.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a majestic mountain (山) rising in the distance, with royal tombs nestled among its peaks. The 'm' in 'máng' can remind you of 'majesty' and the 'áng' sounds like 'long', suggesting the long history and grandeur of this mountain.
Usage Notes
While '邙' is primarily a geographical term, it may not be commonly used in everyday conversation. Be careful not to confuse it with other similar-sounding words. It's more appropriate in historical or academic contexts.
HSK Study Tips
Although '邙' is not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding geographical terms can enhance your cultural knowledge. Focus on related words like '山' (mountain) and historical terms as you expand your vocabulary.
Cultural Note
邙山 is deeply intertwined with Chinese history, as it is the site of many ancient royal tombs, reflecting the importance of burial practices and ancestral worship in Chinese culture. It symbolizes the connection between nature and the afterlife.
Common Mistakes
Learners might confuse 邙 with other characters that have similar pronunciations, such as 忙 (máng, busy). To avoid this, remember that 邙 specifically refers to a mountain, while 忙 relates to being busy.
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Cultural Notes for 邙
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邙山 is deeply intertwined with Chinese history, as it is the site of many ancient royal tombs, reflecting the importance of burial practices and ancestral worship in Chinese culture. It symbolizes the connection between nature and the afterlife.
Word Family of 邙
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邙山Mt Mang at Luoyang in Henan, with many Han, Wei and Jin dynasty royal tombs
邙mángMt Mang at Luoyang in Henan, with many Han, Wei and Jin dynasty royal tombs
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Compound Meaning
What does 邙山 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 邙
邙 primarily refers to a specific mountain, notable for its historical significance.
No, it is mainly used in historical contexts and discussions about ancient sites.
