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March 24, 2026
哱bō(bo1)
The character 哱 (bō) is an onomatopoeic word that expresses sounds, often used to mimic noises associated with certain actions or feelings. It can also refer to the phonetic representation of sounds, making it a versatile term in colloquial expressions and creative language contexts.
Strokes10Radical口Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, onomatopoeic words like 哱 are frequently used in literature and children's stories to create vivid imagery and engage the audience's imagination, reflecting the importance of sound in storytelling.
Memory Tip
Imagine a bird, like a hoopoe, making a unique sound that resembles 'bō'. The character 哱 visually resembles a mouth (口) making a sound, with the radical for sound (口) prominently featured, helping you remember its connection to auditory expressions.
Meanings of 哱
bō(bo1)
1onomatopoeic
2phonetic bo
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About 哱
哱Simplified
10Strokes
口Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 哱
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a bird, like a hoopoe, making a unique sound that resembles 'bō'. The character 哱 visually resembles a mouth (口) making a sound, with the radical for sound (口) prominently featured, helping you remember its connection to auditory expressions.
Usage Notes
哱 is primarily used in informal contexts, especially in creative or expressive language, such as poetry or storytelling. Learners often confuse it with more common sound words, so it's important to use it in specific onomatopoeic contexts.
HSK Study Tips
Although 哱 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, it can be connected to other onomatopoeic words at higher HSK levels. Focus on listening and pronunciation to appreciate its sound-based nature.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, onomatopoeic words like 哱 are frequently used in literature and children's stories to create vivid imagery and engage the audience's imagination, reflecting the importance of sound in storytelling.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mispronounce 哱 as 'bā' instead of the correct 'bō'. Additionally, it's common to use it in inappropriate contexts, such as formal discussions, where it doesn't fit.
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Cultural Notes for 哱
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, onomatopoeic words like 哱 are frequently used in literature and children's stories to create vivid imagery and engage the audience's imagination, reflecting the importance of sound in storytelling.
Word Family of 哱
Words Containing This Character1
哱bōphonetic bo
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 哱
No, 哱 is typically used in informal contexts, such as poetry or casual conversation.
It is primarily used for specific sounds and actions, so it's best to use it where traditional onomatopoeia applies.
The correct pronunciation is 'bō', with a flat tone. Practice by listening to native speakers.
