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March 24, 2026
唫jìn(jin4)
The character 唫 (jìn) primarily means 'to hum' or 'to intone', often used in contexts related to singing or expressing emotions through sound. It can also mean 'to close' or 'to shut', indicating an action of sealing something off. Additionally, it has variants and can imply a stuttering manner of speaking or keeping one's mouth shut.
Strokes11Radical口Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese music, hums and intonations play a vital role, especially in folk songs. The act of humming can often express deep emotional states, reflecting the cultural importance of music as a form of communication.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person humming a tune while closing their eyes and shutting their mouth tight to concentrate. The character 唫 resembles a mouth, with the top part symbolizing a closed lip and the bottom part reflecting the sound that can come from it. 'Jìn' sounds like 'gin', which you might hum while enjoying a drink.
Meanings of 唫
jìn(jin4)
primary
1to hum, to intone; to close, to shut
2to stutter
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唫Simplified
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a person humming a tune while closing their eyes and shutting their mouth tight to concentrate. The character 唫 resembles a mouth, with the top part symbolizing a closed lip and the bottom part reflecting the sound that can come from it. 'Jìn' sounds like 'gin', which you might hum while enjoying a drink.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 唫 with similar-sounding characters, so pay attention to context to avoid misinterpretation. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts, but when referring to stuttering, it may carry a more informal tone. Be cautious with the pronunciation, as it can be easily mixed up with other tones.
HSK Study Tips
Although 唫 is not included in the HSK levels, it connects with vocabulary related to sound and speech, such as 唱 (chàng - to sing) and 闭 (bì - to close). Focus on the pronunciation and context to help differentiate it from similar characters.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese music, hums and intonations play a vital role, especially in folk songs. The act of humming can often express deep emotional states, reflecting the cultural importance of music as a form of communication.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse 唫 with 闭 (bì), which also means 'to close'. For instance, saying '我唫门' (wǒ jìn mén) instead of '我闭门' (wǒ bì mén) can lead to confusion. Remember, 唫 is more about sound and intonation.
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Cultural Notes for 唫
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In traditional Chinese music, hums and intonations play a vital role, especially in folk songs. The act of humming can often express deep emotional states, reflecting the cultural importance of music as a form of communication.
Word Family of 唫
Words Containing This Character1
唫jìnto stutter
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Frequently Asked Questions about 唫
It's pronounced as 'jìn', but in Taiwan, it may be pronounced as 'yin'.
Yes, 唫 can refer to humming or intoning, often in a musical context.
Besides humming, it also means to close or shut, and can indicate stuttering.
