HSK 7, nr, 11 strokes, radical 爻, rank #1316, Very Hard
爽
shuǎng
clear
HSK 7, nr, 11 strokes, radical 爻, rank #1316, Very Hard
爽
shuǎng
crisp
HSK 7, nr, 11 strokes, radical 爻, rank #1316, Very Hard
爽
shuǎng
open
HSK 7, nr, 11 strokes, radical 爻, rank #1316, Very Hard
爽
shuǎng
frank
HSK 7, nr, 11 strokes, radical 爻, rank #1316, Very Hard
爽
shuǎng
straightforward
HSK 7, nr, 11 strokes, radical 爻, rank #1316, Very Hard
爽
shuǎng
to feel well
HSK 7, nr, 11 strokes, radical 爻, rank #1316, Very Hard
爽
shuǎng
fine
HSK 7, nr, 11 strokes, radical 爻, rank #1316, Very Hard
爽
shuǎng
pleasurable
HSK 7, nr, 11 strokes, radical 爻, rank #1316, Very Hard
爽
shuǎng
invigorating
HSK 7, nr, 11 strokes, radical 爻, rank #1316, Very Hard
爽
shuǎng
to deviate
HSK 7, nr, 11 strokes, radical 爻, rank #1316, Very Hard
爽
shuǎng
crisp, refreshing; candid, frank; pleased, happy
HSK 7, nr, 11 strokes, radical 爻, rank #1316, Very Hard
shuǎng(shuang3) T3
1bright
2clear
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March 24, 2026
爽shuǎng(shuang3)
The character 爽 (shuǎng) conveys a sense of clarity and brightness, often used to describe feelings of pleasure or well-being. It can also imply straightforwardness in communication. This character is commonly encountered in contexts related to enjoyment, such as feeling refreshed after exercise or being frank in discussions.
Strokes11Radical爻Frequency#1316DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, being '爽' is often associated with honesty and directness in social interactions, reflecting a cultural appreciation for openness. This trait is valued in communication, where being frank is seen as a positive quality.
Memory Tip
Imagine a bright, clear sky that makes you feel invigorated and happy—this is the essence of 爽 (shuǎng). The character combines the 'father' radical (父) with a component suggesting brightness, symbolizing a clear, open, and pleasant state of mind.
Meanings of 爽
shuǎng(shuang3)
1bright
2clear
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About 爽
爽Simplified
11Strokes
爻Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#1316Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRC1
Podcast: 爽
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AI Study Notes for 爽
Quick Contrast
清爽 (qīngshuǎng) - use 爽 when emphasizing pleasure or well-being, while 清爽 focuses on freshness or clarity in a more literal sense.
Usage Notes
Learners may confuse 爽 with similar-sounding words that have different tones, leading to misunderstandings. It is often used in informal settings to express pleasure, such as '我觉得爽' (I feel good). Pay attention to collocations like '爽快' (shuǎngkuài) meaning 'happy and straightforward' to enhance your vocabulary.
HSK Study Tips
Although 爽 is not officially part of HSK levels, it connects with HSK 3 and 4 vocabulary expressing feelings and descriptions. Students should focus on how to use it in everyday conversation, especially in contexts of personal feelings or descriptions.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 爽 (shuǎng) with similar characters like 逝 (shì), leading to incorrect meanings. For example, saying '我觉得逝' instead of '我觉得爽' can completely change the intended message.
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1The giveawayA person 大 breathing lots of fresh air 爻
2On the record asideographic — someone drew an idea rather than an object.
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Exercise 1 of 1
Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 爽?
Decomposition of 爽
IDS Structure⿻大⿰爻爻
爽Full Character
=
大da4
outer
爻yao2
left
爻yao2
right
Exercise 1 of 2
Identify the Components
Which of these is a component of 爽?
How to say bright in Chinese
“bright” in Chinese is爽shuǎng
The character 爽 (shuǎng) conveys a sense of clarity and brightness, often used to describe feelings of pleasure or well-being. It can also imply straightforwardness in communication. This character is commonly encountered in contexts related to enjoyment, such as feeling refreshed after exercise or being frank in discussions.
When to use 爽
Learners may confuse 爽 with similar-sounding words that have different tones, leading to misunderstandings. It is often used in informal settings to express pleasure, such as '我觉得爽' (I feel good). Pay attention to collocations like '爽快' (shuǎngkuài) meaning 'happy and straightforward' to enhance your vocabulary.
爽 or something close to it
清爽 (qīngshuǎng) - use 爽 when emphasizing pleasure or well-being, while 清爽 focuses on freshness or clarity in a more literal sense.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 爽 (shuǎng) with similar characters like 逝 (shì), leading to incorrect meanings. For example, saying '我觉得逝' instead of '我觉得爽' can completely change the intended message.
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爽
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Grammar Patterns of 爽
爽 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 12 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.
