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March 24, 2026
啷lāng(lang1)
The character 啷 (lāng) represents a clanging or rattling sound, often used in onomatopoeic expressions. It conveys the idea of metallic sounds, such as clanking or banging, commonly associated with objects colliding or dropping. This character may be found in expressions that describe loud and abrupt noises.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, onomatopoeic characters like 啷 are often used in children's literature and storytelling to create vivid imagery and engage listeners. Such sounds reflect everyday life, especially in bustling urban environments where clattering and banging are common.
Memory Tip
Imagine a large metal pot falling and making a loud 'lāng' sound as it hits the ground. The character 啷 visually resembles a person lifting a heavy object, which they then drop, causing a loud clanging noise. The sound and image together help remember both the pronunciation and meaning.
Meanings of 啷
lāng(lang1)
1a clanging or rattling sound
2(onom.) bang
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啷Simplified
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Usage Notes
啷 is often used in informal contexts to describe sounds, so it's not typically used in formal writing. Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding words; context will clarify its use. Common collocations include combinations with other sound-related terms.
HSK Study Tips
Although 啷 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects with other onomatopoeic words like 哐 (kuāng) and 轰 (hōng) that describe sounds. Students should focus on recognizing and using these sound-related words in context to improve their descriptive language skills.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mispronounce 啷 as 'láng' instead of 'lāng,' which alters its meaning. Additionally, they may confuse it with more general terms for noise, leading to vague descriptions instead of specific sounds.
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Pronunciation of 啷
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2The sound half郎 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
3The giveawaymouth
4On the record aspictophonetic.
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Exercise 1 of 1
Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 啷?
Decomposition of 啷
IDS Structure⿰口郎
啷Full Character
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口kou3
left
郎Lang2
right
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Identify the Components
Which of these is a component of 啷?
How to say a clanging or rattling sound in Chinese
“a clanging or rattling sound” in Chinese is啷lāng
The character 啷 (lāng) represents a clanging or rattling sound, often used in onomatopoeic expressions. It conveys the idea of metallic sounds, such as clanking or banging, commonly associated with objects colliding or dropping. This character may be found in expressions that describe loud and abrupt noises.
When to use 啷
啷 is often used in informal contexts to describe sounds, so it's not typically used in formal writing. Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding words; context will clarify its use. Common collocations include combinations with other sound-related terms.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mispronounce 啷 as 'láng' instead of 'lāng,' which alters its meaning. Additionally, they may confuse it with more general terms for noise, leading to vague descriptions instead of specific sounds.
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啷
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Grammar Patterns of 啷
啷 carries 3 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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Complete the Sentence
商店的钟发出丁零当____的巨大响声。
The shop bell jangled loudly.
Example Sentences for 啷 (7)
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商店的钟发出丁零当啷的巨大响声。
shāng diàn de zhōng fā chū dīng líng dāng lāng de jù dà xiǎng shēng。
