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沸沸扬扬fèifèiyángyángbubbling and gurglingHSK 7, unknown, 28 strokes, rank #28736, Very Hard
沸沸扬扬fèifèiyángyánghubbubingHSK 7, unknown, 28 strokes, rank #28736, Very Hard
沸沸扬扬fèifèiyángyángabuzzHSK 7, unknown, 28 strokes, rank #28736, Very Hard
fèifèiyángyáng(fei4fei4yang2yang2) T4
  1. 1bubbling and gurgling
  2. 2hubbubing
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March 24, 2026

沸沸扬扬(沸沸揚揚)fèifèiyángyáng(fei4fei4yang2yang2)

沸沸扬扬 (fèi fèi yáng yáng) is an idiomatic expression that describes a state of excitement or commotion, often used to refer to gossip or heated discussions. It conveys the image of something bubbling over, symbolizing a lively and noisy atmosphere where opinions are fervently exchanged.

Strokes28Frequency#28736DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, discussing events, especially in a group, is often lively and animated, reflecting the communal aspect of social interaction. The term embodies the spirit of public discourse found in Chinese society, where gossip and chatter can play significant roles in social dynamics.

Memory Tip

Imagine a pot of water boiling vigorously on the stove, with steam rising and making a lot of noise – this is similar to the 'bubbling' and 'gurgling' suggested by 沸沸扬扬. The repetition of '沸' (fèi) emphasizes the bubbling, while '扬' (yáng) suggests that the sound and energy are rising into the air.

Meanings of 沸沸扬扬

fèifèiyángyáng(fei4fei4yang2yang2)
1bubbling and gurgling
2hubbubing
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About 沸沸扬扬

沸沸扬扬Simplified
沸沸揚揚Traditional
28Strokes
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#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedTOCFLL5CEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 沸沸扬扬

Quick Contrast

喧闹 (xuān nào) — use 沸沸扬扬 for lively discussions or gossip, while 喧闹 emphasizes loud noise without the connotation of conversation.

Usage Notes

This idiom is often used in informal contexts to describe lively conversations or debates, particularly in media or social settings. Common mistakes include using it in overly formal writing where a more subdued expression would be appropriate. Be cautious of the tone; it conveys a sense of liveliness rather than negativity.

HSK Study Tips

Although 沸沸扬扬 is not an HSK vocabulary word, it is relevant for HSK Level 5 learners who are expanding their idiomatic expressions. Students should focus on understanding context and usage in everyday conversations, as well as recognizing similar idioms.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 沸沸扬扬 with more subdued phrases, incorrectly using it to describe calm discussions. For example, saying '这个会议沸沸扬扬' (This meeting is bubbling) implies chaos, whereas it might be intended to describe a calm meeting.

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Idiom Spotlight: 沸沸扬扬

Chengyu Origin Story
Literal meaning:boil boil raise raise

Component Characters

沸fèito boil
8 strokes氵
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沸fèito boil
8 strokes氵
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扬yángto raise
HSK 76 strokes扌
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扬yángto raise
HSK 76 strokes扌
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How to say bubbling and gurgling in Chinese

“bubbling and gurgling” in Chinese is沸沸扬扬fèifèiyángyáng

沸沸扬扬 (fèi fèi yáng yáng) is an idiomatic expression that describes a state of excitement or commotion, often used to refer to gossip or heated discussions. It conveys the image of something bubbling over, symbolizing a lively and noisy atmosphere where opinions are fervently exchanged.

When to use 沸沸扬扬

This idiom is often used in informal contexts to describe lively conversations or debates, particularly in media or social settings. Common mistakes include using it in overly formal writing where a more subdued expression would be appropriate. Be cautious of the tone; it conveys a sense of liveliness rather than negativity.

沸沸扬扬 or something close to it

喧闹 (xuān nào) — use 沸沸扬扬 for lively discussions or gossip, while 喧闹 emphasizes loud noise without the connotation of conversation.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 沸沸扬扬 with more subdued phrases, incorrectly using it to describe calm discussions. For example, saying '这个会议沸沸扬扬' (This meeting is bubbling) implies chaos, whereas it might be intended to describe a calm meeting.

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沸
沸
扬
扬

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Frequently Asked Questions about 沸沸扬扬

No, 沸沸扬扬 specifically refers to lively and noisy discussions, so it would not be appropriate for quiet conversations.

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