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March 24, 2026
哕(噦)huì(hui4)
The character 哕 (huì) refers to the act of belching or vomiting. It is a sound-related term often associated with bodily functions, and it can convey a sense of discomfort or an involuntary reaction. Commonly used in informal contexts, it may also appear in expressions describing similar actions.
Strokes9Radical口Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, discussing bodily functions like belching or vomiting can be seen as humorous or informal, often lightening the mood during casual conversations. It's important to be aware of the context in which such expressions are used.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'huge hiccup' that makes a loud noise, resembling the sound of burping. The character 哕 looks like a mouth (口) expressing a sound, which connects to its meaning related to noise from the stomach.
Meanings of 哕
huì(hui4)
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1to belch; to vomit
2to puke
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About 哕
哕Simplified
噦Traditional
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'huge hiccup' that makes a loud noise, resembling the sound of burping. The character 哕 looks like a mouth (口) expressing a sound, which connects to its meaning related to noise from the stomach.
Usage Notes
Learners often misuse this character by confusing it with similar-sounding words or characters. It's typically used in informal speech, so be cautious in formal writing. Common collocations include 哕哕 (huì huì) emphasizing the sound of burping or hiccuping.
HSK Study Tips
As this character is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it may be beneficial for students to focus on related characters that describe bodily functions, such as 吐 (tǔ, to vomit) or 噎 (yē, to choke). Understanding these connections will enhance overall comprehension.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, discussing bodily functions like belching or vomiting can be seen as humorous or informal, often lightening the mood during casual conversations. It's important to be aware of the context in which such expressions are used.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistake 哕 for 吐 (tǔ) and use it interchangeably, when 哕 specifically relates to sounds like burping. For instance, saying '我想哕' (wǒ xiǎng huì) instead of '我想吐' (wǒ xiǎng tǔ) would be incorrect if referring to vomiting.
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Cultural Notes for 哕
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, discussing bodily functions like belching or vomiting can be seen as humorous or informal, often lightening the mood during casual conversations. It's important to be aware of the context in which such expressions are used.
Word Family of 哕
Words Containing This Character1
哕huìto puke噦
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Frequently Asked Questions about 哕
No, 哕 is relatively uncommon and is typically used in specific contexts related to bodily sounds.
It is pronounced as 'huì', with a falling tone.
You might hear it in expressions like 哕哕 (huì huì), which mimics the sound of hiccups or burps.
