HSK 7, v, 15 strokes, radical 目, rank #3281, Very Hard
瞒
mán
to keep (sb) in the dark
HSK 7, v, 15 strokes, radical 目, rank #3281, Very Hard
瞒
mán
to deceive, to lie; to regard with suspicion
HSK 7, v, 15 strokes, radical 目, rank #3281, Very Hard
mán(man2) T2
1to conceal from
2to keep (sb) in the dark
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March 24, 2026
瞒(瞞)mán(man2)
The verb 瞒 (mán) means to conceal or keep someone in the dark, often implying deceit or dishonesty. It is commonly used in contexts where someone is hiding the truth or intentionally misleading another person. This word can carry a negative connotation, suggesting that the act of concealment is morally questionable.
Strokes15Radical目Frequency#3281DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of face (面子) is very important, and people may choose to 瞒 to avoid embarrassing someone or causing a loss of face. This highlights the cultural nuance of avoiding direct confrontation or harsh truths.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person with a big eye (the radical 目) trying to cover it with their hand, symbolizing the act of keeping secrets or hiding the truth. The sound 'mán' can be associated with 'manipulate,' as in manipulating the truth to deceive others.
Meanings of 瞒
mán(man2)
1to conceal from
2to keep (sb) in the dark
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About 瞒
瞒Simplified
瞞Traditional
15Strokes
目Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#3281Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
隐瞒 (yǐnmán) vs 瞒 (mán): use 隐瞒 when emphasizing the act of concealing the truth in a more formal or serious context, while 瞒 often implies a more casual or deceitful concealment.
Usage Notes
Learners should be careful not to confuse 瞒 with similar verbs like 隐藏 (yǐncáng), which means 'to hide' without the deceitful implication. This word is generally used in informal contexts, so be cautious when using it in formal situations. Additionally, be aware of the tone; the second tone can change the meaning entirely.
HSK Study Tips
Although 瞒 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it can be connected to other HSK words related to deception or hiding, such as 隐 (yǐn) and 假 (jiǎ). Focus on building vocabulary around themes of honesty and deceit to enhance understanding.
Common Mistakes
A common mistake is using 瞒 in a positive context, such as saying '我瞒了他一个惊喜' (wǒ mán le tā yī gè jīngxǐ) which incorrectly implies deceit when it should express a surprise. Instead, use 隐藏 (yǐncáng) to convey hiding something positive.
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Pronunciation of 瞒
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2The sound half㒼 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
3The giveawayeye
4On the record aspictophonetic.
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Exercise 1 of 1
Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 瞒?
Decomposition of 瞒
IDS Structure⿰目⿱艹两
瞒Full Character
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目mu4
left
艹cao3
top
两liang3
bottom
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Identify the Components
Which of these is a component of 瞒?
How to say to conceal from in Chinese
“to conceal from” in Chinese is瞒mán
The verb 瞒 (mán) means to conceal or keep someone in the dark, often implying deceit or dishonesty. It is commonly used in contexts where someone is hiding the truth or intentionally misleading another person. This word can carry a negative connotation, suggesting that the act of concealment is morally questionable.
When to use 瞒
Learners should be careful not to confuse 瞒 with similar verbs like 隐藏 (yǐncáng), which means 'to hide' without the deceitful implication. This word is generally used in informal contexts, so be cautious when using it in formal situations. Additionally, be aware of the tone; the second tone can change the meaning entirely.
瞒 or something close to it
隐瞒 (yǐnmán) vs 瞒 (mán): use 隐瞒 when emphasizing the act of concealing the truth in a more formal or serious context, while 瞒 often implies a more casual or deceitful concealment.
What learners get wrong
A common mistake is using 瞒 in a positive context, such as saying '我瞒了他一个惊喜' (wǒ mán le tā yī gè jīngxǐ) which incorrectly implies deceit when it should express a surprise. Instead, use 隐藏 (yǐncáng) to convey hiding something positive.
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瞒
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Grammar Patterns of 瞒
瞒 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.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
部里拼命想隐____整个事件。
The Ministry desperately tried to hush up the whole affair.
Example Sentences for 瞒 (9)
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1
部里拼命想隐瞒整个事件。
bù lǐ pīn mìng xiǎng yǐn mán zhěng gè shì jiàn。
The Ministry desperately tried to hush up the whole affair.
2
她隐瞒了自己怀孕的事，直到孩子出世。
tā yǐn mán le zì jǐ huái yùn de shì， ， zhí dào hái zǐ chū。
She concealed her pregnancy right up to the moment of birth.
