abdominal cavity; the area between the heart and diaphragm
x, 7 strokes, radical ⺼, Very Hard
肓
huāng
region between heart and diaphragm
unknown, 7 strokes, radical ⺼, Very Hard
huāng(huang1) T1
1abdominal cavity; the area between the heart and diaphragm
2region between heart and diaphragm
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March 24, 2026
肓huāng(huang1)
The character 肓 (huāng) refers to the abdominal cavity, specifically the area located between the heart and the diaphragm. This term is often used in medical contexts to describe anatomical locations and may appear in discussions about health and physiology.
Strokes7Radical⺼Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the understanding of the abdominal cavity and its relation to health is significant, emphasizing the balance of internal organs for overall well-being.
Memory Tip
Imagine a large, empty 'cavern' (肓) in your body where your heart (心) beats just above the diaphragm (横隔膜). Picture the heart as the 'king' of this cavern, ruling over the space where important organs reside below.
Meanings of 肓
huāng(huang1)
1abdominal cavity; the area between the heart and diaphragm
2region between heart and diaphragm
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肓Simplified
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非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a large, empty 'cavern' (肓) in your body where your heart (心) beats just above the diaphragm (横隔膜). Picture the heart as the 'king' of this cavern, ruling over the space where important organs reside below.
Usage Notes
While 肓 is a specific anatomical term, it is not commonly used in everyday conversation and is more prevalent in medical literature. Be careful with the pronunciation, as it is easy to confuse with similar-sounding words. It’s best used in formal or academic contexts.
HSK Study Tips
Although 肓 is not included in HSK levels, understanding its context can help students grasp more complex medical vocabulary. Focus on related terms that describe body parts or conditions, as they often appear together in texts.
Cultural Note
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the understanding of the abdominal cavity and its relation to health is significant, emphasizing the balance of internal organs for overall well-being.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 肓 with similar-sounding characters like 荒 (huāng, meaning 'wild') or 慌 (huāng, meaning 'panic'). Always remember that 肓 specifically refers to the abdominal area.
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Cultural Notes for 肓
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In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the understanding of the abdominal cavity and its relation to health is significant, emphasizing the balance of internal organs for overall well-being.
Word Family of 肓
Words Containing This Character2
病入膏肓the situation is hopeless
肓huāngregion between heart and diaphragm
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Compound Meaning
What does 病入膏肓 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 肓
The correct pronunciation is 'huāng', with a falling tone.
No, 肓 is primarily used in medical contexts and is not common in casual discussions.
Terms like 心 (heart) and 横隔膜 (diaphragm) are related and useful for understanding anatomy.
