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哝 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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English
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哝
nóng
to whisper
x, 9 strokes, radical 口
哝
nóng
garrulous
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 口
nóng(nong2)nong T2
1to whisper
2garrulous
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March 24, 2026
哝(噥)nóng(nong2)
The character 哝 (nóng) refers to the act of whispering or speaking softly, often implying a sense of confidentiality or intimacy. It can also describe someone who is garrulous or talkative, especially in a way that may seem excessive or unnecessary. This term is typically used in more literary or formal contexts.
Strokes9Radical口
Cultural note
In traditional Chinese storytelling, the ability to whisper effectively has been valued, often used in conveying secrets or intimate conversations that carry weight in interpersonal relationships.
Memory tip
Imagine a person softly whispering secrets (哝 sounds like 'nong') in your ear, with the character's radical '口' (mouth) emphasizing speech. The two dots at the top can symbolize the soft, gentle sounds of whispers flowing out.
Meanings of 哝
nóng(nong2)
1to whisper
2garrulous
Exercise 1 of 2
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About 哝
哝Simplified
噥Traditional
9Strokes
口Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
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Usage Notes
哝 is less common in everyday conversation and might be more frequently encountered in literature or poetry. Avoid using it in casual settings; instead, opt for more common words like '说' (to speak). Be mindful of the tone; it has a second tone (nóng), which can be confused with the first tone (nōng).
HSK Study Tips
This character does not belong to the HSK vocabulary list, so students should focus on its specific usage in literary contexts. Familiarity with other characters related to communication, such as 说 (shuō) and 讲 (jiǎng), can deepen understanding of different nuances of speaking.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 哝 with similar-sounding characters like 农 (nóng), which means 'agriculture', leading to incorrect interpretations. It's important to practice the pronunciation and context to avoid such mix-ups.
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Pronunciation of 哝
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哝 = 口 + 农. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 哝
IDS Structure⿰口农
哝Full character
=
口kou3
left
农Nong2
right
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Parts
Which of these is part of 哝?
How to say to whisper in Chinese
“to whisper” in Chinese is哝nóng
The character 哝 (nóng) refers to the act of whispering or speaking softly, often implying a sense of confidentiality or intimacy. It can also describe someone who is garrulous or talkative, especially in a way that may seem excessive or unnecessary. This term is typically used in more literary or formal contexts.
When to use 哝
哝 is less common in everyday conversation and might be more frequently encountered in literature or poetry. Avoid using it in casual settings; instead, opt for more common words like '说' (to speak). Be mindful of the tone; it has a second tone (nóng), which can be confused with the first tone (nōng).
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 哝 with similar-sounding characters like 农 (nóng), which means 'agriculture', leading to incorrect interpretations. It's important to practice the pronunciation and context to avoid such mix-ups.
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Grammar patterns of 哝
哝 carries 2 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
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他们所谓的回答不过是表示承认的咕____罢了。
Their replies were no more than grunts of acknowledgement.
Example sentences for 哝 (8)
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1
他们所谓的回答不过是表示承认的咕哝罢了。
tāmen suǒwèi de huídá búguò shì biǎoshì chéngrèn de gū nóng bàle。
Their replies were no more than grunts of acknowledgement.
2
尽管他只是在咕哝，可是他的措词却让罗德妮恼火。
jǐnguǎn tā zhǐshì zài gū nóng， kěshì tā de cuò cí què ràng luō dé nī nǎohuǒ。
Although he was only grumbling, his choice of words made Rodney angry.
