Meanings of 高昂
By ear
Play it, then pick what 高昂 means.
About 高昂
Podcast: 高昂
Podcast: 高昂
Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you
New here?
AI study notes for 高昂
昂贵 (ángguì) vs 高昂 (gāo'áng): use 高昂 when emphasizing emotional elevation or pride, while 昂贵 focuses solely on high cost.
Common mistakes include confusing 高昂 with 高兴 (happy), as both suggest positive states but in different contexts. 高昂 is more formal and often used in written contexts. Be cautious of the tone, as using the wrong tone can change the meaning entirely.
While 高昂 is not currently part of the HSK vocabulary list, it can be useful for learners at HSK Level 4 and above. Students should focus on understanding its dual meanings and practicing in contexts where emotions or prices are discussed.
Learners often confuse 高昂 with 高兴, mistakenly using 高昂 to describe happiness. For example, saying '我今天高昂' (I am high-spirited today) should be corrected to '我今天高兴' (I am happy today).
Pronunciation of 高昂
Drill the tone of 高昂, say it back, see your pitch against the model voice, and earn XP towards mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.
Jason Explains 高昂 to you
Let me explain 高昂 for you
Make it yours
Jason looks at what you watch and listen to, the checkpoints you have cleared, our lessons and what you have been exploring, and explains 高昂 through them.
Sign in free to make it personal. New accounts start with 200 AI credits.
How well do you know 高昂?
Learning Lab
Knowing 高昂 is seven skills, not one.
Its meaning, its character, its pinyin, its tone — hearing it, saying it, writing it. The Learning Lab measures each one from your own practice, on every word you study, so you see what you actually know rather than how much you have done.
- MeaningFree
- CharacterFree
- PinyinFree
- TonePro
- ListeningPro
- SpeakingPro
- WritingPro
Component characters
How to say to hold (one's head) high in Chinese
“to hold (one's head) high” in Chinese is高昂
高昂 (gāo áng) refers to being high in spirit or emotion, often implying a sense of pride or elevated status. It can also denote something that is expensive or high in cost. This term is commonly used to express both a feeling of elation and the high price of goods or services.
When to use 高昂
Common mistakes include confusing 高昂 with 高兴 (happy), as both suggest positive states but in different contexts. 高昂 is more formal and often used in written contexts. Be cautious of the tone, as using the wrong tone can change the meaning entirely.
高昂 or something close to it
昂贵 (ángguì) vs 高昂 (gāo'áng): use 高昂 when emphasizing emotional elevation or pride, while 昂贵 focuses solely on high cost.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 高昂 with 高兴, mistakenly using 高昂 to describe happiness. For example, saying '我今天高昂' (I am high-spirited today) should be corrected to '我今天高兴' (I am happy today).
Write 高昂
New here? to save your writing progress and earn XP.
Practice writing 高昂 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.
Ask Jason
Have a question about 高昂?
Jason answers about this word at your level: example sentences, how it differs from similar words, and a way to remember it.
Sign in free to ask. New accounts start with 200 AI credits.
Frequently asked questions about 高昂
高昂 refers to high spirits or emotions as well as high prices, while 昂贵 strictly means expensive.
Jason Recommends
Not sure what to learn after 高昂?
Jason picks three words from your level and explains why each one is worth your time next. It takes a free account so he knows what you already know.