Listen to the audio pronunciation 3 times to gain XP
March 24, 2026
饧(餳)táng(tang2)
The character 饧 (táng) primarily refers to syrup or molasses, commonly used in cooking to add sweetness and a sticky texture to dishes. It can also describe a state of heaviness, such as drowsiness or listlessness, often used metaphorically to refer to feeling sluggish or lethargic.
Strokes6Radical饣Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese cuisine, various types of syrups, including 饧, are essential for traditional desserts such as sticky rice cakes or sweet dumplings, showcasing the importance of texture in Chinese cooking.
Memory Tip
Imagine a pot of sticky syrup bubbling on the stove, representing 饧 (táng). The radical 饣 (food) hints at its culinary connections, while the sound 'táng' can remind you of 'tangy' flavors that syrupy substances provide.
Meanings of 饧
táng(tang2)
primary
1syrup, molasses, malt sugar; sticky
2maltose syrup
Exercise 1 of 2
Listen & Choose the Meaning
Choose the correct answer:
About 饧
饧Simplified
餳Traditional
6Strokes
饣Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
Podcast: 饧
Podcast: 饧
Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you
New here?
AI Study Notes for 饧
Quick Contrast
糖 (táng) - refers specifically to sugar, while 饧 (táng) indicates syrup or molasses.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a pot of sticky syrup bubbling on the stove, representing 饧 (táng). The radical 饣 (food) hints at its culinary connections, while the sound 'táng' can remind you of 'tangy' flavors that syrupy substances provide.
Usage Notes
饧 is typically used in culinary contexts, often in recipes involving desserts or sweet dishes. Be careful not to confuse it with 糖 (táng), which means sugar; while both relate to sweetness, 糖 is solid and 饧 is liquid. This word is more common in informal settings.
HSK Study Tips
Though 饧 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects to words at HSK Level 3 that involve food and cooking. Focus on recognizing its use in recipes and understanding its figurative meanings related to feelings of heaviness.
Cultural Note
In Chinese cuisine, various types of syrups, including 饧, are essential for traditional desserts such as sticky rice cakes or sweet dumplings, showcasing the importance of texture in Chinese cooking.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 饧 (táng) with 糖 (táng), mistakenly using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我需要一些饧' when they mean '我需要一些糖' (I need some sugar) is incorrect.
AI-enhanced 2026-03-24
Pronunciation of 饧
Premium — Locked
AI tone practice
Pro
Drill the tone of 饧 with AI-powered exercises, get instant feedback, and earn XP toward mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.
New here? to save your writing progress and earn XP.
Practice writing 饧 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.
Write correctly 3 times to earn XP
Cultural Notes for 饧
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese cuisine, various types of syrups, including 饧, are essential for traditional desserts such as sticky rice cakes or sweet dumplings, showcasing the importance of texture in Chinese cooking.
Word Family of 饧
Words Containing This Character1
饧tángmolasses餳
Exercise 1 of 1
Compound Meaning
What does 饧 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 饧
No, 饧 is more specialized and used primarily in cooking contexts.
饧 refers to syrup or liquid sweeteners, while 糖 refers to granulated sugar.
Yes, it can metaphorically describe feelings of heaviness or lethargy.
