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March 24, 2026
瞢méng(meng2)
The character 瞢 (méng) refers to the state of having one's eyesight obscured or hidden, often implying a sense of shame or feeling ashamed. It can be used in contexts where someone feels embarrassed or unable to see clearly, either literally or metaphorically.
Strokes15Radical目Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, feelings of shame are often tied to social expectations and family honor, making the concept of being 'méng' particularly significant in interpersonal relations and social behavior.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person trying to look at something but their eyes are covered by a thick fog (the visual component of the character), making them feel embarrassed (the meaning of shame). The '目' (eye) radical reminds us that this character is related to vision.
Meanings of 瞢
méng(meng2)
1to hide one's eyes; to feel ashamed
2eyesight obscured
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瞢Simplified
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目Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a person trying to look at something but their eyes are covered by a thick fog (the visual component of the character), making them feel embarrassed (the meaning of shame). The '目' (eye) radical reminds us that this character is related to vision.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 瞢 (méng) with similar-sounding words that have different meanings. It is more commonly used in literary contexts rather than everyday conversation, so consider the register when using it. Common collocations include phrases related to shame or obscured vision.
HSK Study Tips
Though 瞢 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it connects to other characters involving sight and shame. Focus on the radicals and components, such as '目' for eyes, to understand its structure and meaning.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, feelings of shame are often tied to social expectations and family honor, making the concept of being 'méng' particularly significant in interpersonal relations and social behavior.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 瞢 with visually similar characters like 盲 (máng), which means blind. Ensure you differentiate between 'vision obscured' and 'blindness' in usage.
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Cultural Notes for 瞢
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In Chinese culture, feelings of shame are often tied to social expectations and family honor, making the concept of being 'méng' particularly significant in interpersonal relations and social behavior.
Word Family of 瞢
Words Containing This Character1
瞢méngeyesight obscured
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Frequently Asked Questions about 瞢
The pinyin is méng, with a rising tone. Practice saying it in context to get comfortable.
It is more commonly found in literary contexts rather than spoken language, so use it cautiously.
While 瞢 emphasizes obscured vision and shame, other characters like 视 (shì) focus more on the act of seeing.
