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霆 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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霆
tíng
a sudden peal of thunder
g, 14 strokes, radical 雨
霆
tíng
clap of thunder
unknown, 14 strokes, radical 雨
tíng(ting2)ting T2
1a sudden peal of thunder
2clap of thunder
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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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About 霆
霆Simplified
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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.
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.
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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霆 = 雨 + 廷. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 霆
IDS Structure⿱雨廷
霆Full character
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雨yu3
top
廷ting2
bottom
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Parts
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How to say a sudden peal of thunder in Chinese
“a sudden peal of thunder” in Chinese is霆tíng
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.
When to use 霆
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.
霆 or something close to it
雷 (léi) refers to thunder in a more general sense, while 霆 (tíng) specifically evokes a more dramatic or literary imagery of thunder.
What learners get wrong
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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霆
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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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Type the missing word. Pinyin works; then pick the character.
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.
