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March 24, 2026
霆tíng(ting2)
The character 霆 (tíng) refers to a sudden, powerful peal of thunder. It is often used in literary and poetic contexts to evoke strong imagery of storms and nature's power, distinguishing it from more common terms for thunder.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, thunder is often associated with power and divine presence, and the character 霆 captures this imagery, reflecting the ancient beliefs in nature's influence on human affairs. Thunder is also frequently referenced in classical poetry.
Memory Tip
Imagine a giant 'T' for thunder striking down with a sudden force, creating a 'ting' sound that echoes through the sky. The '雨' (rain) radical suggests the stormy context, while '丁' (dīng) represents a sharp, piercing sound, emphasizing the intensity of thunder.
Meanings of 霆
tíng(ting2)
1a sudden peal of thunder
2clap of thunder
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AI Study Notes for 霆
Quick Contrast
雷 (léi) refers to thunder in a more general sense, while 霆 (tíng) specifically evokes a more dramatic or literary imagery of thunder.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a giant 'T' for thunder striking down with a sudden force, creating a 'ting' sound that echoes through the sky. The '雨' (rain) radical suggests the stormy context, while '丁' (dīng) represents a sharp, piercing sound, emphasizing the intensity of thunder.
Usage Notes
Learners should note that 霆 is more formal and literary than the everyday word for thunder (雷, léi). It often appears in descriptions of dramatic weather events and should be used in a poetic or elevated register. Be careful to pronounce it with the correct tone to avoid confusion with similar-sounding words.
HSK Study Tips
Although 霆 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary list, it connects with HSK Level 4 words related to nature (like 雨, yǔ for rain) and sound (like 声音, shēngyīn for sound). Focus on recognizing its usage in literature and poetry to enhance your vocabulary.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, thunder is often associated with power and divine presence, and the character 霆 captures this imagery, reflecting the ancient beliefs in nature's influence on human affairs. Thunder is also frequently referenced in classical poetry.
Common Mistakes
A common mistake is confusing 霆 (tíng) with 雷 (léi) due to their similar meanings; remember that 霆 is more formal and poetic. For example, saying '我听到霆' (Wǒ tīngdào tíng) is incorrect, as it should be '我听到雷' (Wǒ tīngdào léi) for everyday usage.
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Grammar Patterns of 霆
霆 carries 2 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
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Complete the Sentence
他常常讽刺或挖苦人，有时又会大发雷____。
He was often caustic and mocking, or flew into rages.
Example Sentences for 霆 (8)
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他常常讽刺或挖苦人，有时又会大发雷霆。
tā cháng cháng fěng cì huò wā kǔ rén， ， yǒu shí yòu huì dà fā léi。
He was often caustic and mocking, or flew into rages.
I lost my temper and banged my book down on the desk.
6
他对我连续大发雷霆五分钟.
tā duì wǒ lián xù dà fā léi tíng wǔ fēn zhōng.
He stormed at me for five minutes on end.
7
我看见那又小又丑的犹太房东在他的房子里大发雷霆.
wǒ kàn jiàn nà yòu xiǎo yòu chǒu de yóu tài fáng dōng zài tā de fáng zǐ lǐ dà fā léi tíng.
I saw the ugly little landlord vociferating in his rooms.
8
他一读完那封由他付费的信, 顿时大发雷霆,随即便把信撕个粉碎.
tā yī dú wán nà fēng yóu tā fù fèi de xìn, , dùn shí dà fā léi, tíng , suí jí biàn bǎ xìn sī gè.
As soon as he finished reading the collect letter, he fell into a rage and tore it into pieces.
Cultural Notes for 霆
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, thunder is often associated with power and divine presence, and the character 霆 captures this imagery, reflecting the ancient beliefs in nature's influence on human affairs. Thunder is also frequently referenced in classical poetry.
Word Family of 霆
Words Containing This Character4
大发雷霆to be furious大發雷霆
谢霆锋Tse Ting-Fung or Nicholas Tse (1980-), Cantopop star謝霆鋒
雷霆sound of thunder
霆tíngclap of thunder
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Compound Meaning
What does 大发雷霆 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 霆
No, 霆 is mainly used in literary contexts and is not common in daily conversation.
You can use it in a poetic context, like '霆声震天' (tíng shēng zhèn tiān), meaning 'the sound of thunder shakes the heavens'.
雷 (léi) is the more common word for thunder, while 霆 (tíng) has a more dramatic and literary connotation.
