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眬 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
lóngfaint, fuzzy, blurryv, 10 strokes, radical 目, Very Hard
lóng(long2) T2
  1. 1faint, fuzzy, blurry
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March 24, 2026

(矓)lóng(long2)

The character 眬 (lóng) refers to a state of being faint, fuzzy, or blurry, often used to describe unclear vision or indistinct images. It can also imply a vague or hazy perception in figurative contexts. This term is less common in everyday conversation but can be encountered in literary or poetic expressions.

Strokes10RadicalFrequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese poetry, the concept of blurry or indistinct imagery often evokes emotions tied to nostalgia or longing, making 眬 a fitting word for artistic expressions. It relates to the appreciation of nature’s ephemeral qualities.

Memory Tip

Imagine looking through a foggy window, where everything is 眬 (lóng) and unclear. The character has the '目' (eye) radical, reminding you that it relates to vision. Think of 'longing' to see clearly through the 'fuzziness'—the sound 'lóng' helps reinforce this connection.

Meanings of 眬

lóng(long2)
1faint, fuzzy, blurry
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About 眬

Simplified
Traditional
10Strokes
Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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AI Study Notes for 眬

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine looking through a foggy window, where everything is 眬 (lóng) and unclear. The character has the '目' (eye) radical, reminding you that it relates to vision. Think of 'longing' to see clearly through the 'fuzziness'—the sound 'lóng' helps reinforce this connection.

Usage Notes

Learners often confuse 眬 with similar characters like 模糊 (móhú), which also means blurry but is more commonly used. This term is somewhat formal; thus, it may not be suitable for casual conversations. Be mindful of the context in which you use it, particularly in literary contexts.

HSK Study Tips

While 眬 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it may be helpful to connect it to other HSK words related to vision like 看 (kàn - to see) and 视 (shì - to look). Focus on recognizing its usage in more advanced reading materials to enhance your comprehension.

Cultural Note

In Chinese poetry, the concept of blurry or indistinct imagery often evokes emotions tied to nostalgia or longing, making 眬 a fitting word for artistic expressions. It relates to the appreciation of nature’s ephemeral qualities.

Common Mistakes

Learners might mistakenly use 眬 in everyday conversation, treating it like模糊 (móhú), which is more appropriate for casual contexts. Instead, reserve 眬 for more artistic or descriptive language.

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Pronunciation of 眬

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Etymology of 眬

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

eye

Semantic (meaning)
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Phonetic (sound)
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Character Formation Type

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Decomposition of 眬

IDS Structure⿰目龙
Full Character
=
mu4
left
Long2
right
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Grammar Patterns of 眬

眬 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. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

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Complete the Sentence

空气稀薄清新,其间日光蒙____,寒气逼人。

The air was thin and crisp, filled with hazy sunshine and frost.

Example Sentences for 眬 (2)

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空气稀薄清新,其间日光蒙眬,寒气逼人。

kōng qì xī báo qīng xīn, , qí jiān rì guāng mēng, lóng , hán qì。

The air was thin and crisp, filled with hazy sunshine and frost.
2
泛光灯在斜斜的雨丝中显得很蒙眬。

fàn guāng dēng zài xié xié de yǔ sī zhōng xiǎn dé hěn mēng lóng。

The floodlights were hazy behind the slanting rain.

Cultural Notes for 眬

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese poetry, the concept of blurry or indistinct imagery often evokes emotions tied to nostalgia or longing, making 眬 a fitting word for artistic expressions. It relates to the appreciation of nature’s ephemeral qualities.

Word Family of 眬

Words Containing This Character1
lóng(of vision) fuzzy
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Compound Meaning

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Frequently Asked Questions about 眬

No, it's more often found in literary texts or poetry.