Meanings of 喷
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AI Study Notes for 喷
喷 (pēn) vs 喷发 (pēnfā) — use 喷 for a general action of spraying, while 喷发 specifically refers to eruptions, like a volcano.
Be mindful of the verb form, as 喷 is used in both formal and informal contexts but is often more common in everyday speech. Mistakes include confusing it with similar verbs like 流 (liú, to flow); remember that 喷 implies a forceful release. Common phrases include 喷水 (pēn shuǐ, to spray water) and 喷气 (pēn qì, to spout gas).
Although 喷 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects well with other action verbs like 流 (liú, to flow) and 飘 (piāo, to drift). Focus on the pronunciation and usage in different contexts to enhance your vocabulary.
Learners often misuse 喷 when describing continuous actions, mistakenly saying 喷水了 (pēn shuǐ le) instead of 喷水 (pēn shuǐ) to indicate the action is ongoing. Correct usage would be simply 喷水 without the '了' for present actions.
Pronunciation of 喷
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Etymology of 喷
mouth
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Case file: 喷
- 1The meaning half口 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half贲 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawaymouth
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say to puff in Chinese
“to puff” in Chinese is喷
The character 喷 (pēn) refers to the action of puffing, spraying, or spouting a substance, often in a forceful manner. It is commonly used in contexts such as spraying water, emitting a strong smell, or describing the peak season of crops. The nuance emphasizes the idea of a sudden or vigorous release of a substance.
When to use 喷
Be mindful of the verb form, as 喷 is used in both formal and informal contexts but is often more common in everyday speech. Mistakes include confusing it with similar verbs like 流 (liú, to flow); remember that 喷 implies a forceful release. Common phrases include 喷水 (pēn shuǐ, to spray water) and 喷气 (pēn qì, to spout gas).
喷 or something close to it
喷 (pēn) vs 喷发 (pēnfā) — use 喷 for a general action of spraying, while 喷发 specifically refers to eruptions, like a volcano.
What learners get wrong
Learners often misuse 喷 when describing continuous actions, mistakenly saying 喷水了 (pēn shuǐ le) instead of 喷水 (pēn shuǐ) to indicate the action is ongoing. Correct usage would be simply 喷水 without the '了' for present actions.
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Grammar Patterns of 喷
喷 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 8 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.
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他们的血____了我一身。我几乎昏了过去。
They spurted blood all over me. I nearly passed out.
Common Confusions with 喷
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Word Family of 喷
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Frequently Asked Questions about 喷
No, 喷 can also describe strong smells or gases, making it versatile in its application.
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