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啪 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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啪
pā
onomatopoetic, a bang sound
o, 11 strokes, radical 口, rank #11137, Very Hard
啪
pā
(onom.) bang
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 口, rank #11137, Very Hard
啪
pā
pop
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 口, rank #11137, Very Hard
啪
pā
pow
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 口, rank #11137, Very Hard
pā(pa1)pa T1
1onomatopoetic, a bang sound
2(onom.) bang
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March 24, 2026
啪pā(pa1)
The character 啪 (pā) represents an onomatopoetic sound, often mimicking a sharp, sudden noise like a bang or pop. It is commonly used in contexts such as describing the sound of a clap, a slap, or an explosion in storytelling or casual conversation.
Strokes11Radical口Frequency#11137DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note
In Chinese culture, onomatopoeic words are widely used in literature and everyday conversation to create vivid imagery, especially in children's stories and comic books. This reflects the cultural appreciation for expressive language.
Memory tip
Imagine a loud 'pop' sound when you open a bottle of soda. The character 啪 has a '口' (mouth) radical, suggesting the source of the sound, and the '啪' part resembles a hand slapping down, emphasizing the suddenness of the noise.
Meanings of 啪
pā(pa1)
1onomatopoetic, a bang sound
2(onom.) bang
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About 啪
啪Simplified
11Strokes
口Radical
拟声词onomatopoeia (onom.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
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Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 啪 with other similar-sounding onomatopoeic words like 嗒 (dā) or 哐 (kuāng), which represent different sounds. It is generally used in informal contexts when describing sounds in a vivid way.
HSK Study Tips
Although 啪 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects with HSK words related to sounds and actions, such as 打 (dǎ, to hit) and 声音 (shēngyīn, sound). Focus on how to use it in phrases to enhance your expressive ability.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misuse 啪 in formal contexts where more standard descriptions of sounds are appropriate. For example, saying '啪' in a formal report would be incorrect; instead, use '声音' (shēngyīn) for sound.
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啪 = 口 + 拍. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 啪
IDS Structure⿰口拍
啪Full character
=
口kou3
left
拍pai1
right
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Parts
Which of these is part of 啪?
How to say onomatopoetic, a bang sound in Chinese
“onomatopoetic, a bang sound” in Chinese is啪pā
The character 啪 (pā) represents an onomatopoetic sound, often mimicking a sharp, sudden noise like a bang or pop. It is commonly used in contexts such as describing the sound of a clap, a slap, or an explosion in storytelling or casual conversation.
When to use 啪
Be careful not to confuse 啪 with other similar-sounding onomatopoeic words like 嗒 (dā) or 哐 (kuāng), which represent different sounds. It is generally used in informal contexts when describing sounds in a vivid way.
What learners get wrong
Learners often misuse 啪 in formal contexts where more standard descriptions of sounds are appropriate. For example, saying '啪' in a formal report would be incorrect; instead, use '声音' (shēngyīn) for sound.
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啪
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Grammar patterns of 啪
啪 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 4 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.
Exercise 1 of 4
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唯一的声响是冰层噼噼____啪碎裂的声音。
The only sound was the crackle of breaking ice.
Example sentences for 啪 (10)
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1
唯一的声响是冰层噼噼啪啪碎裂的声音。
wéiyī de shēng xiǎng shì bīng céng pī pī pā pā suì liè de shēngyīn。
The only sound was the crackle of breaking ice.
2
伯克匆匆地瞥了一眼菜单，然后啪地合上了。
bà kè cōngcōng dì piē le yīyǎn càidān， ránhòu pā dì gě shàng le。
Burke cast a cursory glance at the menu, then flapped it shut.
3
电话线那头噼里啪啦地传来警察局长短促的声音。
diànhuà xiàn nà tóu pī lǐ pā la dì chuánlái jǐngchá júzhǎng duǎncù de shēngyīn。
The Chief Constable's clipped tones crackled over the telephone line.
