Listen to the audio pronunciation 3 times to gain XP
March 24, 2026
匆忙cōngmáng(cong1mang2)
The term '匆忙' describes a state of being rushed or hurried, often implying a lack of carefulness due to time constraints. It is commonly used to express urgency in various contexts, such as work, travel, or daily activities, where one must act quickly.
Strokes11Frequency#7291DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, being '匆忙' reflects the fast-paced lifestyle many lead, particularly in urban areas where time is often perceived as a luxury. This urgency can be seen in the morning rush of commuters and the quick pace of business.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person running through a crowded marketplace, their arms flailing as they navigate the chaos—this visual captures the essence of '匆忙'. The character '匆' resembles the image of someone rushing, while '忙' (máng) suggests being busy, together conveying the urgency of being hurried.
Meanings of 匆忙
cōngmáng(cong1mang2)
1hasty
2hurried
Exercise 1 of 2
By ear
Play it, then pick what 匆忙 means.
About 匆忙
匆忙Simplified
11Strokes
—Radical
形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#7291Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L6AdvancedTOCFLL5CEFRC2
Podcast: 匆忙
Podcast: 匆忙
Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you
New here?
AI Study Notes for 匆忙
Quick Contrast
仓促 (cāngcù) — use '匆忙' when emphasizing the hurried nature of an action, while '仓促' suggests a sense of being hasty or done in a rush without proper preparation.
Usage Notes
'匆忙' is generally used in informal contexts, but can also appear in formal writing when discussing urgency. Common collocations include '匆忙的生活' (hasty life) and '匆忙赶路' (hurrying on the road). Be careful with the tone; it should be pronounced with a flat first tone for '匆' and a rising second tone for '忙'.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, '匆忙' connects with other words that describe states or emotions. Students should focus on usage in sentences to express urgency, and practice with synonyms like '急' (jí) for better understanding.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse '匆忙' with '忙碌' (mánglù), which means busy without the urgency aspect. A common mistake is saying '我匆忙' (I hurried), which should be '我很匆忙' (I am very hurried) to convey the state correctly.
AI-enhanced 2026-03-24
Pronunciation of 匆忙
Premium — Locked
AI tone practice
Pro
Drill the tone of 匆忙 with AI-powered exercises, get instant feedback, and earn XP toward mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.
Jason looks at what you watch and listen to, the checkpoints you have cleared, our lessons and what you have been exploring, and explains 匆忙 through them.
Sign in free to make it personal. New accounts start with 300 AI credits.
How Well Do You Know 匆忙?
Example
Learning Lab
Knowing 匆忙 is seven skills, not one.
Its meaning, its character, its pinyin, its tone — hearing it, saying it, writing it. The Learning Lab measures each one from your own practice, on every word you study, so you see what you actually know rather than how much you have done.
The term '匆忙' describes a state of being rushed or hurried, often implying a lack of carefulness due to time constraints. It is commonly used to express urgency in various contexts, such as work, travel, or daily activities, where one must act quickly.
When to use 匆忙
'匆忙' is generally used in informal contexts, but can also appear in formal writing when discussing urgency. Common collocations include '匆忙的生活' (hasty life) and '匆忙赶路' (hurrying on the road). Be careful with the tone; it should be pronounced with a flat first tone for '匆' and a rising second tone for '忙'.
匆忙 or something close to it
仓促 (cāngcù) — use '匆忙' when emphasizing the hurried nature of an action, while '仓促' suggests a sense of being hasty or done in a rush without proper preparation.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse '匆忙' with '忙碌' (mánglù), which means busy without the urgency aspect. A common mistake is saying '我匆忙' (I hurried), which should be '我很匆忙' (I am very hurried) to convey the state correctly.
Write 匆忙
匆
忙
New here? to save your writing progress and earn XP.
Practice writing 匆忙 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.
Write correctly 3 times to earn XP
Grammar Patterns of 匆忙
匆忙 carries 2 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
Exercise 1 of 5
Fill the gap
Type the missing word. Pinyin works; then pick the character.
拼写错误经常是由于____而造成的。
Spelling mistakes are often just the result of haste.
Parisians on the street often looked worried, hurried and unfriendly.
8
豪叫了医生，然后匆忙赶了过来。
háo jiào le yī shēng， ， rán hòu cōng máng gǎn le guò。
Howe summoned a doctor and hurried over.
9
她在一张纸片上匆忙而潦草地写了下来。
tā zài yī zhāng zhǐ piàn shàng cōng máng ér lǎo cǎo dì xiě le xià lái。
She wrote it hastily and messily on a scrap of paper.
10
他喝了几口茶,就匆忙出去了. 燕子
tā hē le jī kǒu chá, , jiù cōng máng chū qù. le .
He had a few swallows of tea and then hurried out.
11
他匆忙地收拾行李，把房间弄得一团糟。
Tā cōngmáng de shōushi xíngli, bǎ fángjiān nòng de yī tuán zāo.
He hastily packed his luggage, leaving the room in a mess.
12
由于匆忙，我忘记带钥匙出门了。
Yóuyú cōngmáng, wǒ wàngjì dài yàoshi chūmén le.
In my haste, I forgot to take the keys when I left.
13
老师匆忙地结束了会议，因为她有另一场约会。
Lǎoshī cōngmáng de jiéshùle huìyì, yīnwèi tā yǒu lìng yīchǎng yuēhuì.
The teacher hastily ended the meeting because she had another appointment.
14
他匆忙地看了一眼手表，然后跑向车站。
Tā cōngmáng de kànle yī yǎn shǒubiǎo, ránhòu pǎo xiàng chēzhàn.
He hastily glanced at his watch and then ran towards the station.
15
因为急着赶飞机，她匆忙收拾行李。
Yīnwèi jí zhe gǎn fēijī, tā cōngmáng shōushí xíngli.
Because she was rushing to catch a flight, she packed her luggage hastily.
Ask Jason
Have a question about 匆忙?
Jason answers about this word at your level: example sentences, how it differs from similar words, and a way to remember it.
Sign in free to ask. New accounts start with 300 AI credits.
Cultural Notes for 匆忙
🌏Cross-cultural Insight
In Western cultures, being hurried can sometimes be viewed negatively, associated with stress, whereas in Chinese culture, it is often seen as a necessary aspect of achieving productivity.
Frequently Asked Questions about 匆忙
You can say '我今天早上匆忙出门' (I hurried out this morning).
'匆忙' is mostly informal but can be used in formal contexts to describe urgency.
Synonyms include '急' (jí) and '赶忙' (gǎn máng), both conveying a sense of hurry.
Jason Recommends
Not sure what to learn after 匆忙?
Jason picks three words from your level and explains why each one is worth your time next. It takes a free account so he knows what you already know.
A sample week, replayed. Every page you study lands here in the order you did it — your own replay starts with a free account.
