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盟 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
盟méngoathHSK 6, n, 13 strokes, radical 皿, rank #18622, Hard
盟méngpledgeHSK 6, n, 13 strokes, radical 皿, rank #18622, Hard
盟méngunionHSK 6, n, 13 strokes, radical 皿, rank #18622, Hard
盟méngto allyHSK 6, n, 13 strokes, radical 皿, rank #18622, Hard
盟méngleague, a subdivision corresponding to prefecture in Inner MongoliaHSK 6, n, 13 strokes, radical 皿, rank #18622, Hard
盟méngalliance, covenant; oath; to swearHSK 6, n, 13 strokes, radical 皿, rank #18622, Hard
méng(meng2) T2
  1. 1oath
  2. 2pledge
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March 24, 2026

盟méng(meng2)

The character 盟 (méng) refers to a formal agreement or alliance between parties, often used in political or military contexts. It denotes a commitment, pledge, or oath that binds the members of the alliance together. This term can also refer to a subdivision in Inner Mongolia, highlighting its geographical relevance.

Strokes13Radical皿Frequency#18622DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese history, alliances were crucial during the Warring States period, where states formed pacts to strengthen their positions. This character reflects the importance of loyalty and unity in Chinese culture.

Memory Tip

Imagine a group of friends making a pact while standing in a circle, each holding hands to symbolize their unity. The character 盟 resembles a circle (the union of friends) with a horizontal line (the pledge) connecting them, reminding you of their strong bond.

Meanings of 盟

méng(meng2)
1oath
2pledge
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About 盟

盟Simplified
13Strokes
皿Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#18622Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L6

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AI Study Notes for 盟

Quick Contrast

盟 (méng) vs 协议 (xiéyì) — use 盟 for formal alliances or oaths, while 协议 is more about agreements or contracts without the connotation of a binding commitment.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a group of friends making a pact while standing in a circle, each holding hands to symbolize their unity. The character 盟 resembles a circle (the union of friends) with a horizontal line (the pledge) connecting them, reminding you of their strong bond.

Usage Notes

Common mistakes include confusing 盟 with similar-sounding words like 盲 (máng, meaning 'blind'), which can lead to miscommunication. This term is more formal, so avoid using it in casual conversations. It often collocates with terms like '盟友' (méngyǒu, meaning 'ally').

HSK Study Tips

While 盟 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, it connects with words related to alliances and agreements, which may appear in advanced studies. Focus on recognizing its usage in historical and political texts to enhance understanding.

Cultural Note

In Chinese history, alliances were crucial during the Warring States period, where states formed pacts to strengthen their positions. This character reflects the importance of loyalty and unity in Chinese culture.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 盟 with 盟约 (méngyuē, meaning 'treaty'), thinking they are interchangeable, when in fact 盟 refers more broadly to any alliance. Correct usage would be: '他们签署了一个盟约' (Tāmen qiānshǔle yīgè méngyuē) instead of just saying 盟 alone.

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Etymology of 盟

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

Phonosemantic compound. 皿 represents the meaning and 明 represents the sound.

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offering dish

Semantic (meaning)皿
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Phonetic (sound)明
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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 盟?

Decomposition of 盟

IDS Structure⿱明皿
盟Full Character
=
明Ming2
top
皿min3
bottom
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盟

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Grammar Patterns of 盟

盟 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 6 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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麦克阿瑟将军曾是太平洋战区____军的最高统帅。

MacArthur was Supreme Commander for the allied powers in the Pacific.

Example Sentences for 盟 (10)

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麦克阿瑟将军曾是太平洋战区盟军的最高统帅。

mài kè ā sè jiāng jūn zēng shì tài píng yáng zhàn qū méng jūn de zuì gāo tǒng shuài。

MacArthur was Supreme Commander for the allied powers in the Pacific.
2
西班牙的当务之急是签署《欧洲经济和货币联盟条约》。

xī bān yá de dāng wù zhī jí shì qiān shǔ《 《 ōu zhōu jīng jì hé huò bì lián méng tiáo》。

Spain's top priority is the signing of an EMU treaty.
3
陪审团裁决全国橄榄球联盟触犯了反垄断法。

péi shěn tuán cái jué quán guó gǎn lǎn qiú lián méng chù fàn le fǎn lǒng duàn fǎ。

The jury found that the NFL had violated antitrust laws.
4
澳大利亚的英式橄榄球联盟队创纪录地赢了法国队。

ào dà lì yà de yīng shì gǎn lǎn qiú lián méng duì chuàng jì lù dì yíng le fǎ guó duì。

Australia's rugby union side enjoyed a record-breaking win over France.
5
然而现在他就在这里，在绝境中寻求联盟。

rán ér xiàn zài tā jiù zài zhè lǐ， ， zài jué jìng zhōng xún qiú lián。

Yet now he was here, in extremis, to seek an alliance.
6
有迹象表明该联盟现正分崩离析。

yǒu jì xiàng biǎo míng gāi lián méng xiàn zhèng fēn bēng lí xī。

There are signs that the alliance is now fraying at the edges.
7
联盟已准备好采取必要行动。

lián méng yǐ zhǔn bèi hǎo cǎi qǔ bì yào háng dòng。

The alliance stands ready to do what is necessary.
8
比利时人依照国际联盟的授权接管了卢旺达。

bǐ lì shí rén yī zhào guó jì lián méng de shòu quán jiē guǎn le lú wàng dá。

The Belgians took over Rwanda under a League of Nations mandate.
9
恐怕他们会破译盟军的密码。

kǒng pà tā mén huì pò yì méng jūn de mì mǎ。

It was feared they could break the Allies' codes.
10
他相信盟友们会履行他们的承诺。

tā xiāng xìn méng yǒu mén huì lǚ háng tā mén de chéng nuò。

He was confident the allies would make good on their pledges.

Cultural Notes for 盟

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese history, alliances were crucial during the Warring States period, where states formed pacts to strengthen their positions. This character reflects the importance of loyalty and unity in Chinese culture.

🌏Cross-cultural Insight

In Western contexts, alliances are often temporary and strategic, while in Chinese culture, they can symbolize deep loyalty and long-term commitments.

Word Family of 盟

Compounds1
擝
Words Containing This Character20
联盟liánméngalliance聯盟
欧盟EU歐盟
加盟jiāméngto align
同盟tóngméngalliance
盟友méngyǒually
盟méngoath
结盟to form an alliance結盟
东盟ASEAN東盟
盟军allied forces盟軍
盟国allies盟國
欧盟委员会Commission of European Union歐盟委員會
盟约contract of alliance盟約
同盟会Tongmenghui, Sun Yat-sen's alliance for democracy, founded 1905, became the Guomindang 國民黨|国民党 in 1912同盟會
民盟abbr. for 中國民主同盟|中国民主同盟
同盟国ally同盟國
阿盟abbr. for 阿拉善盟[A​lā​shàn​Méng]
海誓山盟to swear by all the Gods
入盟to join (e.g. union or alliance)
盟誓oath of alliance
不结盟运动Non-Aligned Movement (NAM)不結盟運動
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Compound Meaning

What does 联盟 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 盟

You can say '我们结成了一个联盟' (Wǒmen jiéchéngle yīgè liánméng), meaning 'We formed an alliance.'