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March 24, 2026
甕wèng(weng4)
The character 甕 (wèng) refers to a type of large, typically earthenware urn or jar used for storage, especially for liquids like wine or rice. It is often found in traditional Chinese households and can symbolize preservation and aging, particularly in the context of fermented foods and beverages.
Strokes17Radical瓦Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, 甕 is often used in the production of traditional fermented foods, such as pickled vegetables and rice wines, highlighting its importance in food preservation techniques.
Memory Tip
Imagine a big, round urn at a family gathering, filled with rice wine. The shape of the character 甕 resembles the circular top of a jar, while the 'wèng' pronunciation can be imagined as a sound made when someone opens the lid of a heavy urn.
Meanings of 甕
wèng(weng4)
1urn
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甕Simplified
17Strokes
瓦Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a big, round urn at a family gathering, filled with rice wine. The shape of the character 甕 resembles the circular top of a jar, while the 'wèng' pronunciation can be imagined as a sound made when someone opens the lid of a heavy urn.
Usage Notes
This word is relatively formal and may not be used in everyday conversation. Common mistakes include confusing it with similar characters for 'container' or 'vessel.' Remember that its usage is often tied to cultural contexts involving storage and preservation.
HSK Study Tips
Although 甕 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it is useful for learners interested in traditional culture. Students should focus on recognizing it in context, especially in literature or discussions about food and drink.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, 甕 is often used in the production of traditional fermented foods, such as pickled vegetables and rice wines, highlighting its importance in food preservation techniques.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 甕 with the character 瓶 (píng), which means 'bottle.' For example, saying '我有一个甕' (I have a bottle) is incorrect; it should be '我有一个瓶.'
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Cultural Notes for 甕
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In Chinese culture, 甕 is often used in the production of traditional fermented foods, such as pickled vegetables and rice wines, highlighting its importance in food preservation techniques.
Word Family of 甕
Words Containing This Character8
瓮wèngurn
瓮中之鳖lit. like a turtle in a jar甕中之鱉
瓮安Wengan county in Qiannan Buyei and Miao autonomous prefecture 黔南州[Qiánnánzhōu], Guizhou甕安
瓮安县Wengan county in Qiannan Buyei and Miao autonomous prefecture 黔南州[Qiánnánzhōu], Guizhou甕安縣
瓮城enceinte of a city gate甕城
瓮中捉鳖a turkey shoot甕中捉鱉
瓮声瓮气to speak in a low muffled voice (idiom)甕聲甕氣
请君入瓮lit. please Sir, get into the boiling pot (idiom)請君入甕
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Frequently Asked Questions about 甕
甕 specifically refers to larger, often earthenware jars used for storage, while other jars may vary in size and material.
While not commonly used in daily conversation, it appears in cultural contexts and when discussing traditional practices.
The correct pronunciation is 'wèng,' with a falling tone.
