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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
铴tānggongx, 11 strokes, radical 钅
tāng(tang1)tang T1
  1. 1gong
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March 24, 2026

铴tāng(tang1)

The character 铴 (tāng) refers to a type of metal instrument, specifically a gong. Gongs are commonly used in traditional Chinese music and ceremonies, symbolizing the blending of sound and spirituality in various cultural contexts.

Strokes11Radical钅
Cultural note

Gongs have a significant role in Chinese festivals and rituals, often used to mark the beginning of celebrations or to ward off evil spirits. The sound of a gong is also believed to attract good fortune.

Memory tip

Imagine a giant metal 'tong' (sounds like 'tāng') that resonates loudly when struck. The character 铴 combines the metal radical (金) on the left, indicating its material, with the sound element that evokes the ringing tone of a gong.

Meanings of 铴

tāng(tang1)
1gong
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About 铴

铴Simplified
11Strokes
钅Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

When using 铴, it is important to remember that it is often found in musical contexts or when discussing traditional Chinese instruments. Avoid confusing it with similar characters like 锣 (luó), which refers to a gong of a different type. The tone is crucial; mispronouncing it can change the meaning entirely.

HSK Study Tips

Although 铴 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects to other words about musical instruments and sound (like 音乐 yīnyuè). Students should focus on pronunciation and the context of gongs in Chinese culture, as this will enhance their understanding of related terms.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mispronounce 铴 as tǎng instead of tāng, confusing it with other similar-sounding words. Remember, the correct tone is crucial for conveying the right meaning.

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Etymology of 铴

Formation typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Memory hint

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Semantic (meaning)钅
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Phonetic (sound)汤
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Origin

铴 = 钅 + 汤. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 铴

IDS Structure⿰钅汤
铴Full character
=
钅jin1
left
汤shang1
right
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Parts

Which of these is part of 铴?

How to say gong in Chinese

“gong” in Chinese is铴tāng

The character 铴 (tāng) refers to a type of metal instrument, specifically a gong. Gongs are commonly used in traditional Chinese music and ceremonies, symbolizing the blending of sound and spirituality in various cultural contexts.

When to use 铴

When using 铴, it is important to remember that it is often found in musical contexts or when discussing traditional Chinese instruments. Avoid confusing it with similar characters like 锣 (luó), which refers to a gong of a different type. The tone is crucial; mispronouncing it can change the meaning entirely.

What learners get wrong

Learners often mispronounce 铴 as tǎng instead of tāng, confusing it with other similar-sounding words. Remember, the correct tone is crucial for conveying the right meaning.

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Frequently asked questions about 铴

铴 specifically refers to a gong, which produces a deep, resonant sound, while other instruments like 锣 (luó) may produce higher-pitched tones.

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