Meanings of 嗥
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嚎 (háo) - 嗥 (háo) is typically used for howling in a poetic context, while 嚎 (háo) often refers to a more general loud cry or wailing, especially in a dramatic sense.
While 嗥 can be used in both written and spoken forms, it often appears in literary or artistic contexts rather than everyday conversation. Be careful not to confuse it with other similar-sounding words, like 喝 (hē), which means to drink.
Although 嗥 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects with other words related to sounds and animals, such as 吼 (hǒu, to roar) and 嚎 (háo, to wail). Students should focus on recognizing the character's usage in poetry or storytelling.
Learners often confuse 嗥 with 嚎 (háo), which also means to howl but can imply a different context, like wailing in distress. Ensure you understand the specific usage of each character to avoid mixing them up.
Pronunciation of 嗥
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Etymology of 嗥
mouth
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Case file: 嗥
- 1The meaning half口 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half皋 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawaymouth
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say to call out; to roar, to bark; to wail; to yelp in Chinese
“to call out; to roar, to bark; to wail; to yelp” in Chinese is嗥
The character 嗥 (háo) refers to a loud vocalization, typically associated with animals like wolves or dogs. It conveys the idea of howling or barking, often used in a poetic or dramatic context to describe intense emotions or natural sounds.
When to use 嗥
While 嗥 can be used in both written and spoken forms, it often appears in literary or artistic contexts rather than everyday conversation. Be careful not to confuse it with other similar-sounding words, like 喝 (hē), which means to drink.
嗥 or something close to it
嚎 (háo) - 嗥 (háo) is typically used for howling in a poetic context, while 嚎 (háo) often refers to a more general loud cry or wailing, especially in a dramatic sense.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 嗥 with 嚎 (háo), which also means to howl but can imply a different context, like wailing in distress. Ensure you understand the specific usage of each character to avoid mixing them up.
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Grammar Patterns of 嗥
嗥 carries 2 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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它____叫着冲向前，一头钻进了灌木丛。
He raced ahead up into the bush, barking and snarling.
Example Sentences for 嗥 (6)
Word Family of 嗥
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Frequently Asked Questions about 嗥
No, 嗥 is more often found in literature and poetry rather than in casual speech.
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