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訇 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
hōnga crashing soundx, 9 strokes, radical 言, Very Hard
hōngsurname Hongunknown, 9 strokes, radical 言, Very Hard
hōng(Hong1) T1
  1. 1a crashing sound
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March 24, 2026
hōng(Hong1)

The character 訇 (hōng) primarily refers to a crashing sound, often associated with loud noises or impacts. It can also be used as a surname, particularly in some Chinese families. In its usage, it conveys a sense of suddenness and intensity, typically in contexts relating to loud events or disturbances.

Strokes9RadicalFrequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese culture, sounds often carry significant meanings, such as auspicious or inauspicious omens. The sound of crashing or loud noises can be interpreted in various ways during celebrations or rituals.

Memory Tip

Imagine a giant hammer crashing down, making a loud 'hōng' sound as it strikes. The character 訇 has the radical 言 (speech), suggesting communication about something loud or impactful. Visualize a dramatic scene where this sound is the centerpiece of attention.

Meanings of 訇

hōng(Hong1)
1a crashing sound
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About 訇

Simplified
9Strokes
Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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AI Study Notes for 訇

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a giant hammer crashing down, making a loud 'hōng' sound as it strikes. The character 訇 has the radical 言 (speech), suggesting communication about something loud or impactful. Visualize a dramatic scene where this sound is the centerpiece of attention.

Usage Notes

Be cautious when using 訇, as it is mostly found in literary contexts or descriptions of dramatic sounds, rather than in everyday conversation. It is not commonly used in modern vernacular. Ensure you pronounce the first tone correctly, as mispronunciation can change the meaning.

HSK Study Tips

Though 訇 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, it can be related to other sounds and expressions. Focus on phonetic similarities with other words that describe sounds, such as 响 (xiǎng), which means 'to sound' or 'to ring.' This will help reinforce your understanding of sound-related vocabulary.

Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese culture, sounds often carry significant meanings, such as auspicious or inauspicious omens. The sound of crashing or loud noises can be interpreted in various ways during celebrations or rituals.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 訇 with similar-sounding characters like 洪 (hóng), which means 'flood.' Always check the context to ensure the correct character is used. For example, saying '洪 sound' instead of '訇 sound' would be incorrect.

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Pronunciation of 訇

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Etymology of 訇

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

speech

Semantic (meaning)
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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 訇?

Decomposition of 訇

IDS Structure⿹勹言
Full Character
=
bao1
enclosing
yan2
inner
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Identify the Components

Which of these is a component of 訇?

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Cultural Notes for 訇

🏮Cultural insight

In traditional Chinese culture, sounds often carry significant meanings, such as auspicious or inauspicious omens. The sound of crashing or loud noises can be interpreted in various ways during celebrations or rituals.

Word Family of 訇

Words Containing This Character2
阿訇imam
hōngsurname Hong
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Compound Meaning

What does 阿訇 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 訇

It's not commonly used in everyday conversation but can describe loud, crashing sounds in literary contexts.