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涣 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
huànscattered; to scatterv, 10 strokes, radical 氵, rank #68181, Very Hard
huànto dissipateunknown, 10 strokes, radical 氵, rank #68181, Very Hard
huànto dissolveunknown, 10 strokes, radical 氵, rank #68181, Very Hard
huàn(huan4) T4
  1. 1scattered; to scatter
  2. 2to dissipate
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March 24, 2026
(渙)huàn(huan4)

The character 涣 (huàn) means 'to scatter' or 'to dissolve.' It is often used in contexts related to dispersion, such as the scattering of clouds or the dissolution of a solid in a liquid. This word conveys a sense of breaking apart or becoming less concentrated.

Strokes10RadicalFrequency#68181DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese philosophy, the concept of scattering can relate to the idea of letting go and embracing change, reflecting the dynamic nature of life. This is often seen in poetry and philosophical texts that discuss the impermanence of existence.

Memory Tip

Imagine a large pot of soup (the character's left radical, 水, meaning 'water') that is boiling. As the heat increases, the soup bubbles and the ingredients (the right part, 𠃋, suggesting movement) scatter all over the pot. This visualization can help you remember both the meaning of 'scattering' and the pronunciation 'huàn.'

Meanings of 涣

huàn(huan4)
1scattered; to scatter
2to dissipate
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About 涣

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AI Study Notes for 涣

Quick Contrast

散 (sàn) — use 涣 (huàn) for a sense of dissolving or becoming less concentrated, while 散 (sàn) emphasizes the act of scattering or dispersing.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a large pot of soup (the character's left radical, 水, meaning 'water') that is boiling. As the heat increases, the soup bubbles and the ingredients (the right part, 𠃋, suggesting movement) scatter all over the pot. This visualization can help you remember both the meaning of 'scattering' and the pronunciation 'huàn.'

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 涣 with similar-sounding words that have different meanings. It is more commonly used in written contexts, so you may find it in literature or formal discussions rather than casual conversation. Common collocations include 涣散 (to scatter) and 涣散的心情 (a scattered mood).

HSK Study Tips

Although 涣 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it connects well with HSK Level 4 words dealing with nature and emotional states. Students should focus on its usage in phrases related to dispersion and emotional descriptions, as understanding these contexts can enhance comprehension.

Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese philosophy, the concept of scattering can relate to the idea of letting go and embracing change, reflecting the dynamic nature of life. This is often seen in poetry and philosophical texts that discuss the impermanence of existence.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mistakenly use 涣 in place of 散 when talking about everyday scenarios. For instance, saying '我想要涣我的书' (I want to scatter my books) is incorrect; the correct phrase is '我想要散我的书.'

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Pronunciation of 涣

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Etymology of 涣

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
Explanation

Phonosemantic compound. 氵 represents the meaning and 奂 represents the sound. Simplified form of 渙.

Memory Hint

water

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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 涣?

Decomposition of 涣

IDS Structure⿰氵奂
Full Character
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shui3
left
Huan4
right
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Identify the Components

Which of these is a component of 涣?

Write 涣

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Grammar Patterns of 涣

涣 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 3 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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肯咨狭死醋源蟛____械叩木? 渲?

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Example Sentences for 涣 (1)

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肯咨狭死醋源蟛涣械叩木? 渲?

kěn zī xiá sǐ cù yuán péng huàn xiè kòu mù? ??

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Cultural Notes for 涣

🏮Cultural insight

In traditional Chinese philosophy, the concept of scattering can relate to the idea of letting go and embracing change, reflecting the dynamic nature of life. This is often seen in poetry and philosophical texts that discuss the impermanence of existence.

Word Family of 涣

Words Containing This Character3
涣散lax渙散
huànto dissipate
涣然冰释to melt away (idiom)渙然冰釋
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Compound Meaning

What does 涣散 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 涣

You could say, '云彩在天空中涣散,' meaning 'The clouds scatter in the sky.'