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明亮 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
明亮míngliàngbrightHSK 6, unknown, 17 strokes, rank #10241, Hard
明亮míngliàngshiningHSK 6, unknown, 17 strokes, rank #10241, Hard
明亮míngliàngglitteringHSK 6, unknown, 17 strokes, rank #10241, Hard
明亮míngliàngto become clearHSK 6, unknown, 17 strokes, rank #10241, Hard
míngliàng(ming2liang4)ming liang T2
  1. 1bright
  2. 2shining
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March 24, 2026

明亮míngliàng(ming2liang4)

明亮 (míng liàng) refers to something that is bright or shining, often used to describe light, colors, or clear visibility. It can also connote clarity of thought or understanding in various contexts, such as being bright-minded or insightful.

Strokes17Frequency#10241DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, brightness is often associated with positive qualities such as intelligence and clarity of thought. For example, families often value bright colors in decorations during festivals, symbolizing prosperity and happiness.

Memory Tip

Imagine a bright, shining star (明) illuminating a clear night sky (亮). The character 明 consists of the sun (日) and the moon (月), symbolizing brightness, while 亮 resembles the light emitted from a shining source, reinforcing the meaning of clarity and brightness.

Meanings of 明亮

míngliàng(ming2liang4)
1bright
2shining
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About 明亮

明亮Simplified
17Strokes
—Radical
形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRB2

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Quick Contrast

明亮 (míngliàng) vs 明晰 (míngxī) — use 明亮 for physical brightness, while 明晰 refers to clarity in understanding or thought.

Usage Notes

Common mistakes include confusing 明亮 with similar adjectives like 清楚 (clear) or 光亮 (light). Use 明亮 in contexts discussing light or brightness, while 清楚 refers more to clarity in understanding. Remember that 明亮 is more formal and descriptive compared to other casual terms for bright.

HSK Study Tips

Although 明亮 is not a specific HSK word, it connects with HSK Level 3 vocabulary, such as 光 (light) and 明 (bright). Students should focus on recognizing how these characters interact in descriptive phrases and their application in various contexts.

Common Mistakes

Learners often misuse 明亮 in contexts that require other terms, such as saying '这本书明亮' (This book is bright) instead of '这本书光亮' (This book is shiny). Correct usage would focus on 明亮 for clarity rather than physical brightness.

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Component Characters

明míngMing Dynasty (1368-1644)
HSK 18 strokes日
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亮liàngbright
HSK 49 strokes亠
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How to say bright in Chinese

“bright” in Chinese is明亮míngliàng

明亮 (míng liàng) refers to something that is bright or shining, often used to describe light, colors, or clear visibility. It can also connote clarity of thought or understanding in various contexts, such as being bright-minded or insightful.

When to use 明亮

Common mistakes include confusing 明亮 with similar adjectives like 清楚 (clear) or 光亮 (light). Use 明亮 in contexts discussing light or brightness, while 清楚 refers more to clarity in understanding. Remember that 明亮 is more formal and descriptive compared to other casual terms for bright.

明亮 or something close to it

明亮 (míngliàng) vs 明晰 (míngxī) — use 明亮 for physical brightness, while 明晰 refers to clarity in understanding or thought.

What learners get wrong

Learners often misuse 明亮 in contexts that require other terms, such as saying '这本书明亮' (This book is bright) instead of '这本书光亮' (This book is shiny). Correct usage would focus on 明亮 for clarity rather than physical brightness.

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No, 明亮 can also describe clarity in understanding or insights, such as having a bright mind.

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