unknown, 8 strokes, radical 氵, rank #65963, Very Hard
泱
yāng
boundless
unknown, 8 strokes, radical 氵, rank #65963, Very Hard
yāng(yang1) T1
1great, expansive; agitated
2agitated (wind, cloud)
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March 24, 2026
泱yāng(yang1)
The character 泱 (yāng) denotes a sense of greatness or expansiveness, often used to describe vastness in nature such as water or clouds. It can also convey a feeling of agitation or turbulence, particularly when referring to the movement of elements like wind or waves.
Strokes8Radical氵Frequency#65963DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese poetry and literature, 泱 is often used to evoke images of vast landscapes or the power of nature, reflecting the traditional appreciation for the natural world in Chinese culture.
Memory Tip
Imagine a massive ocean (the water radical 氺) crashing against the shore, creating waves that are both great in size and agitated in motion. The sound 'yāng' resembles the sound of waves crashing, helping you remember both its pronunciation and its meaning.
Meanings of 泱
yāng(yang1)
1great, expansive; agitated
2agitated (wind, cloud)
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泱Simplified
8Strokes
氵Radical
成语chéngyǔidiom (id.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a massive ocean (the water radical 氺) crashing against the shore, creating waves that are both great in size and agitated in motion. The sound 'yāng' resembles the sound of waves crashing, helping you remember both its pronunciation and its meaning.
Usage Notes
This character is not commonly used in daily conversation and may appear more in literary or formal contexts. Be careful with pronunciation, as it can easily be confused with similar-sounding characters. It often collocates with words related to nature or emotions.
HSK Study Tips
While 泱 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it can enrich your understanding of related characters like 大 (big) and 浪 (wave). Students should focus on recognizing its usage in literary texts and phrases to strengthen their vocabulary.
Cultural Note
In Chinese poetry and literature, 泱 is often used to evoke images of vast landscapes or the power of nature, reflecting the traditional appreciation for the natural world in Chinese culture.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 泱 with similar characters like 洋 (yáng, ocean) or 央 (yāng, center). Remember that 泱 emphasizes expansiveness and agitation, especially related to water, while the others have different meanings.
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Cultural Notes for 泱
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In Chinese poetry and literature, 泱 is often used to evoke images of vast landscapes or the power of nature, reflecting the traditional appreciation for the natural world in Chinese culture.
Word Family of 泱
Words Containing This Character2
泱yāngboundless
泱泱grand
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What does 泱 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 泱
It's primarily used in poetic or literary contexts to describe vastness or turbulence.
The pronunciation is 'yāng,' with a flat tone.
It's not commonly used in everyday speech; it's more appropriate in formal or literary settings.
