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March 24, 2026
叭bā(ba1)
The character 叭 (bā) represents a sound or sharp noise, often associated with the sound of a trumpet or other loud noises like gunfire. It is commonly used in contexts where a specific sound is being described, highlighting its auditory qualities.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, sounds play an important role in storytelling and traditional music, where instruments like the trumpet are often featured in celebrations and festivals, making 叭 relevant in those contexts.
Memory Tip
Imagine a trumpet player going 'ba!' as they blow into their instrument, creating a sharp, piercing sound. The character 叭 looks like someone blowing into a trumpet, with the horizontal line representing the mouthpiece and the vertical strokes resembling the sound waves emanating from it.
Meanings of 叭
bā(ba1)
1denote a sound or sharp noise (gunfire etc)
2trumpet
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About 叭
叭Simplified
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拟声词onomatopoeia (onom.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 叭
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a trumpet player going 'ba!' as they blow into their instrument, creating a sharp, piercing sound. The character 叭 looks like someone blowing into a trumpet, with the horizontal line representing the mouthpiece and the vertical strokes resembling the sound waves emanating from it.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 叭 with similar-sounding characters. It's used informally and frequently appears in onomatopoeic contexts. Be mindful of pronunciation; 叭 is pronounced with a high-level tone, which can be easily mixed up with the falling tone of other similar words.
HSK Study Tips
While 叭 is not included in the official HSK vocabulary, it connects to sounds represented in other HSK characters, such as 啊 (ā) and 嘴 (zuǐ). Focus on listening and pronunciation to grasp its auditory connotations.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, sounds play an important role in storytelling and traditional music, where instruments like the trumpet are often featured in celebrations and festivals, making 叭 relevant in those contexts.
Common Mistakes
A frequent mistake is to confuse 叭 with 拔 (bá), which means to pull out. Remember that 叭 is related to sounds, while 拔 refers to an action. For example, saying '我叭了树' (I bā-ed the tree) is incorrect; it should be '我拔了树' (I pulled out the tree).
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Grammar Patterns of 叭
叭 functions as an onomatopoeic word — it imitates a sound. It often functions as an adverbial or stand-alone exclamation rather than a true verb or noun. It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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负责选举的官员们已经临时安了几个喇____，让投票者可以同时享受音乐。
Election officials have rigged up speakers to provide voters with music.
Example Sentences for 叭 (6)
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1
负责选举的官员们已经临时安了几个喇叭，让投票者可以同时享受音乐。
fù zé xuǎn jǔ de guān yuán mén yǐ jīng lín shí ān le jī gè lǎ bā， ， ràng tóu piào zhě kě yǐ tóng shí xiǎng shòu yīn。
Election officials have rigged up speakers to provide voters with music.
2
司机冲我挥挥手，按了下喇叭。
sī jī chōng wǒ huī huī shǒu， ， àn le xià lǎ。
The driver gave me a wave and a toot.
3
她按了一下喇叭，把车开到右边停下。
tā àn le yī xià lǎ bā， ， bǎ chē kāi dào yòu biān tíng。
qí chē rén wēi xiǎn dì zài chē liú zhōng fēi sù chuān háng shí， ， qì chē lǎ bā de dū dū shēng xiǎng chéng yī。
Car horns toot as cyclists dart precariously through the traffic.
Cultural Notes for 叭
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, sounds play an important role in storytelling and traditional music, where instruments like the trumpet are often featured in celebrations and festivals, making 叭 relevant in those contexts.
Word Family of 叭
Words Containing This Character5
喇叭lǎbaloudspeaker
叭bādenote a sound or sharp noise (gunfire etc)
喇叭裤flared trousers喇叭褲
喇叭花morning glory
吹喇叭(fig.) to praise sb
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Compound Meaning
What does 喇叭 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 叭
It typically describes a loud sound or noise, often related to musical instruments or sharp noises.
Generally, 叭 is used more in informal contexts, especially in descriptive language or when imitating sounds.
Unlike other sound characters, 叭 specifically emphasizes sharp, piercing sounds like those made by trumpets.
