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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
餛húndumpling soup; wontonx, 16 strokes, radical 飠
hún(hun2)hun T2
  1. 1dumpling soup; wonton
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March 24, 2026

餛hún(hun2)

The character 餛 (hún) refers to a type of dumpling soup, commonly known as wonton in English. It is often served in a clear broth and is popular in Chinese cuisine, especially in southern regions. This dish embodies comfort food in many Chinese households, often enjoyed during family gatherings or celebrations.

Strokes16Radical飠
Cultural note

Wontons, represented by 餛, hold a special place in Chinese culture, particularly during festivals like Chinese New Year, where they symbolize wealth and prosperity due to their shape resembling ingots. They are also a staple comfort food during family gatherings.

Memory tip

Imagine a large bowl of steamy dumpling soup (餛) that makes you go 'hún' with delight as you sip the broth. The character 餛 resembles a bowl overflowing with delicious dumplings, emphasizing the warmth and satisfaction that comes from this comforting dish.

Meanings of 餛

hún(hun2)
1dumpling soup; wonton
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About 餛

餛Simplified
16Strokes
飠Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

When discussing 餛, it's essential to use the correct tone, as mispronouncing it (like using the wrong tone for 'hún') can lead to misunderstandings. It is often paired with words like '汤' (tāng, soup) or '面' (miàn, noodles) in menu contexts. Be aware that in some regions, the term may also carry local variations.

HSK Study Tips

Although 餛 is not listed in the HSK levels, it is beneficial for learners to explore food-related vocabulary, enhancing their ability to navigate menus and culinary discussions. Students should focus on the context of dining and food culture, which is often rich in language learning.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 餛 with 餃 (jiǎo), which refers to a different type of dumpling. It's crucial to remember that 餛 is specifically for wontons served in soup, while 餃 is for dumplings typically served with dipping sauce.

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Etymology of 餛

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

Phonosemantic compound. 饣 represents the meaning and 昆 represents the sound. Simplified form of 餛.

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food

Semantic (meaning)飠
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Phonetic (sound)昆
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Origin

餛 = 飠 + 昆. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 餛

IDS Structure⿰飠昆
餛Full character
=
飠shi2
left
昆kun1
right
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Parts

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How to say dumpling soup; wonton in Chinese

“dumpling soup; wonton” in Chinese is餛hún

The character 餛 (hún) refers to a type of dumpling soup, commonly known as wonton in English. It is often served in a clear broth and is popular in Chinese cuisine, especially in southern regions. This dish embodies comfort food in many Chinese households, often enjoyed during family gatherings or celebrations.

When to use 餛

When discussing 餛, it's essential to use the correct tone, as mispronouncing it (like using the wrong tone for 'hún') can lead to misunderstandings. It is often paired with words like '汤' (tāng, soup) or '面' (miàn, noodles) in menu contexts. Be aware that in some regions, the term may also carry local variations.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 餛 with 餃 (jiǎo), which refers to a different type of dumpling. It's crucial to remember that 餛 is specifically for wontons served in soup, while 餃 is for dumplings typically served with dipping sauce.

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Cultural Notes for 餛

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In Western cultures, dumplings are often considered a type of pastry or dessert, while in Chinese culture, they are more commonly savory and served in soups or stir-fries.

Word Family of 餛

Words containing this character2
馄饨wonton餛飩
馄húnChinese ravioli餛
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Words with 餛

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Frequently asked questions about 餛

餛 specifically refers to wontons, which are usually filled with meat and served in broth, whereas other dumplings like 餃子 (jiǎozi) are typically boiled or pan-fried and have different fillings.

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