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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
哈HālaughterHSK 5, nr, 9 strokes, radical 口, rank #603, Hard
哈HāyawnHSK 5, nr, 9 strokes, radical 口, rank #603, Hard
哈Hāa PekineseHSK 5, nr, 9 strokes, radical 口, rank #603, Hard
哈Hāa pugHSK 5, nr, 9 strokes, radical 口, rank #603, Hard
哈Hā(dialect) to scoldHSK 5, nr, 9 strokes, radical 口, rank #603, Hard
哈Hāthe sound of laughterHSK 5, nr, 9 strokes, radical 口, rank #603, Hard
哈Hā(slang) to be infatuated withHSK 5, unknown, 9 strokes, radical 口, rank #603, Hard
哈Hāto adoreHSK 5, unknown, 9 strokes, radical 口, rank #603, Hard
哈Hāabbr. for 哈薩克斯坦HSK 5, nr, 9 strokes, radical 口, rank #603, Hard
哈HāKazakhstanHSK 5, nr, 9 strokes, radical 口, rank #603, Hard
哈Hāabbr. for 哈爾濱HSK 5, nr, 9 strokes, radical 口, rank #603, Hard
哈HāHarbinHSK 5, nr, 9 strokes, radical 口, rank #603, Hard
哈Hāabbr. for 哈薩克斯坦|哈萨克斯坦[Ha1 sa4 ke4 si1 tan3], KazakhstanHSK 5, unknown, 9 strokes, radical 口, rank #603, Hard
哈Hāabbr. for 哈爾濱|哈尔滨[Ha1 er3 bin1], HarbinHSK 5, unknown, 9 strokes, radical 口, rank #603, Hard
哈hǎlaughterHSK 5, nr, 9 strokes, radical 口, rank #603, Hard
哈hǎyawnHSK 5, nr, 9 strokes, radical 口, rank #603, Hard
哈hǎa PekineseHSK 5, nr, 9 strokes, radical 口, rank #603, Hard
哈hǎa pugHSK 5, nr, 9 strokes, radical 口, rank #603, Hard
哈hǎ(dialect) to scoldHSK 5, nr, 9 strokes, radical 口, rank #603, Hard
哈hǎthe sound of laughterHSK 5, nr, 9 strokes, radical 口, rank #603, Hard
哈hǎ(slang) to be infatuated withHSK 5, unknown, 9 strokes, radical 口, rank #603, Hard
哈hǎto adoreHSK 5, unknown, 9 strokes, radical 口, rank #603, Hard
哈hǎabbr. for 哈薩克斯坦HSK 5, nr, 9 strokes, radical 口, rank #603, Hard
哈hǎKazakhstanHSK 5, nr, 9 strokes, radical 口, rank #603, Hard
哈hǎabbr. for 哈爾濱HSK 5, nr, 9 strokes, radical 口, rank #603, Hard
哈hǎHarbinHSK 5, nr, 9 strokes, radical 口, rank #603, Hard
哈hǎabbr. for 哈薩克斯坦|哈萨克斯坦[Ha1 sa4 ke4 si1 tan3], KazakhstanHSK 5, unknown, 9 strokes, radical 口, rank #603, Hard
哈hǎabbr. for 哈爾濱|哈尔滨[Ha1 er3 bin1], HarbinHSK 5, unknown, 9 strokes, radical 口, rank #603, Hard
Hā(Ha1)ha
primary
 T1
  1. 1laughter
  2. 2yawn
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March 24, 2026

哈Hā(Ha1)

The character 哈 (hā) primarily denotes laughter or the sound associated with it. It can also refer to specific places such as Kazakhstan (哈萨克斯坦) and Harbin (哈尔滨). In colloquial contexts, it can express infatuation or adoration, making it versatile in usage.

Strokes9Radical口Frequency#603DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

The character 哈 is often associated with humor and positive emotions in Chinese culture, reflecting the importance of laughter in social interactions. It is also used in playful language, especially among younger generations who enjoy slang.

Memory Tip

Imagine a jovial person laughing, making a 'ha' sound that echoes in the air, much like the character itself. The two horizontal strokes represent laughter that spreads wide, while the vertical line stands like a person joyfully expressing their mirth.

Meanings of 哈

Hā(Ha1)
primary
1laughter
2yawn
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About 哈

哈Simplified
9Strokes
口Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#603Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5HSKKL3CEFRB2

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Usage Notes

Common mistakes include using 哈 in overly formal contexts where laughter is inappropriate. It is informal and should be used in casual conversations or playful settings. Additionally, learners often confuse it with other laughter-related characters like 哦 (ó).

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK Level 5 word, 哈 connects to other expressions of emotion or sound like 响 (xiǎng, sound) and 笑 (xiào, laugh). Focus on its usage in informal speech and idiomatic expressions related to laughter or infatuation.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mistakenly use 哈 in serious contexts, such as formal speeches or writings. For example, saying '我觉得这个政策很哈' (Wǒ juédé zhège zhèngcè hěn hā) instead of a more appropriate adjective like '好' (hǎo, good).

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Etymology of 哈

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

Phonosemantic compound. 口 represents the meaning and 合 represents the sound.

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mouth

Semantic (meaning)口
+
Phonetic (sound)合
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Origin

哈 = 口 + 合. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 哈

IDS Structure⿰口合
哈Full Character
=
口kou3
left
合ge3
right
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Parts

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How to say laughter in Chinese

“laughter” in Chinese is哈Hā

The character 哈 (hā) primarily denotes laughter or the sound associated with it. It can also refer to specific places such as Kazakhstan (哈萨克斯坦) and Harbin (哈尔滨). In colloquial contexts, it can express infatuation or adoration, making it versatile in usage.

When to use 哈

Common mistakes include using 哈 in overly formal contexts where laughter is inappropriate. It is informal and should be used in casual conversations or playful settings. Additionally, learners often confuse it with other laughter-related characters like 哦 (ó).

What learners get wrong

Learners often mistakenly use 哈 in serious contexts, such as formal speeches or writings. For example, saying '我觉得这个政策很哈' (Wǒ juédé zhège zhèngcè hěn hā) instead of a more appropriate adjective like '好' (hǎo, good).

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Grammar Patterns of 哈

哈 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 14 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.

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我还没进门就听到同学们____哈的声音了。

Before I even entered the door, I heard the haha sound of my classmates.

Usage Notes for 哈

Misuse of AbbreviationCommon Error

Some learners may confuse 哈 with other similar abbreviations or fail to recognize it as an abbreviation for Kazakhstan or Harbin.

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哈萨克斯坦是一个国家。

Kazakhstan is a country.

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____萨克斯坦是一个国家。

Kazakhstan is a country.

Example Sentences for 哈 (18)

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我接触到一些非常聪明的哈佛和耶鲁的学生。

wǒ jiē chù dào yī xiē fēi cháng cōng míng de hā fó hé yé lǔ de xué shēng。

I came into contact with very bright Harvard and Yale students.
2
这个组合的首张专辑一经推出便被盛赞为嘻哈乐的经典之作。

zhè gè zǔ hé de shǒu zhāng zhuān jí yī jīng tuī chū biàn bèi shèng zàn wéi xī hā lè de jīng diǎn zhī zuò。

The group's debut album was immediately acclaimed a hip hop classic.
3
哈里继承了这座房子以及相当大的一片土地。

hā lǐ jì chéng le zhè zuò fáng zǐ yǐ jí xiāng dāng dà de yī piàn tǔ dì。

Harry inherited the house and a sizeable chunk of land.
4
我对这条消息的总体反应可以用“哼儿哈儿”来概括。

wǒ duì zhè tiáo xiāo xī de zǒng tǐ fǎn yīng kě yǐ yòng“ “ hēng ér hā” ér ” lái。

My general reaction to this news might be summed up as "ho-hum"
5
最近的安全泊地在新斯科舍省的哈利法克斯。

zuì jìn de ān quán bó dì zài xīn sī kē shě shěng de hā lì fǎ kè sī。

The nearest safe anchorage was in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
6
我在胳肢他，他哈哈哈、咯咯咯地笑个不停。

wǒ zài gē zhī tā， ， tā hā hā、 hā 、 kǎ kǎ kǎ dì xiào gè。

I was tickling him, and he was laughing and giggling.
7
老实跟你讲，哈维，我可能犯了个错。

lǎo shí gēn nǐ jiǎng， ， hā， wéi ， wǒ kě néng fàn le。

To be frank with you, Harvey, I may have made a mistake.
8
关于哈丁是个政治走狗的指控可能是个谣传。

guān yú hā dīng shì gè zhèng zhì zǒu gǒu de zhǐ kòng kě néng shì gè yáo chuán。

The charge that Harding was a political stooge may be a canard.
9
她忍不住打了个哈欠。

tā rěn bù zhù dǎ le gè hā qiàn。

She makes no attempt to stifle a yawn.
10
他打了个哈欠，都懒得抬抬手遮一下嘴巴。

tā dǎ le gè hā qiàn， ， dū lǎn dé tái tái shǒu zhē yī xià zuǐ。

He yawns, not troubling to cover his mouth.
11
我有一个朋友住在哈，他说那里的自然风光非常美丽。

Wǒ yǒu yī gè péngyǒu zhù zài Hā, tā shuō nàlǐ de zìrán fēngguāng fēicháng měilì.

I have a friend living in Kazakhstan who says the natural scenery there is very beautiful.
12
哈的经济近年来发展迅速，吸引了许多外国投资。

Hā de jīngjì jìnnián lái fāzhǎn xùnsù, xīyǐnle xǔduō wàiguó tóuzī.

Kazakhstan's economy has developed rapidly in recent years, attracting many foreign investments.
13
我计划明年去哈旅行，体验那里的文化和美食。

Wǒ jìhuà míngnián qù Hā lǚxíng, tǐyàn nàlǐ de wénhuà hé měishí.

I plan to travel to Kazakhstan next year to experience the culture and cuisine there.
14
哈是一个位于中亚的国家，拥有丰富的自然资源。

Hā shì yī gè wèiyú Zhōng Yà de guójiā, yōngyǒu fēngfù de zìrán zīyuán.

Kazakhstan is a country located in Central Asia, rich in natural resources.
15
我有一个朋友住在哈，他说那里的自然风光非常美丽。

Wǒ yǒu yī gè péngyǒu zhù zài Hā, tā shuō nàlǐ de zìrán fēngguāng fēicháng měilì.

I have a friend living in Kazakhstan who says the natural scenery there is very beautiful.
16
哈的经济近年来发展迅速，吸引了许多外国投资。

Hā de jīngjì jìnnián lái fāzhǎn xùnsù, xīyǐnle xǔduō wàiguó tóuzī.

Kazakhstan's economy has developed rapidly in recent years, attracting many foreign investments.
17
我计划明年去哈旅行，体验那里的文化和美食。

Wǒ jìhuà míngnián qù Hā lǚxíng, tǐyàn nàlǐ de wénhuà hé měishí.

I plan to travel to Kazakhstan next year to experience the culture and cuisine there.
18
哈是一个位于中亚的国家，拥有丰富的自然资源。

Hā shì yī gè wèiyú Zhōng Yà de guójiā, yōngyǒu fēngfù de zìrán zīyuán.

Kazakhstan is a country located in Central Asia, rich in natural resources.

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Word Family of 哈

Words Containing This Character19
哈Hā(interj.) ha!
哈哈hāhā(onom.) laughing out loud
哈里Harry or Hari (name)
哈利Harry
曼哈顿Manhattan island曼哈頓
哈佛Harvard
哈罗hello (loanword)哈羅
哈尔滨Harbin, subprovincial city and capital of Heilongjiang province 黑龍江|黑龙江[Hēi​lóng​jiāng] in northeast China哈爾濱
哈罗德Harold, Harald, Harrod (name)哈囉德
多哈Doha, capital of Qatar
哈马斯Hamas (radical Palestinian group)哈馬斯
哈萨克斯坦Kazakhstan哈薩克斯坦
哈尔滨市Harbin, subprovincial city and capital of Heilongjiang province 黑龍江|黑龙江[Hēi​lóng​jiāng] in northeast China哈爾濱市
哈哈大笑to laugh heartily
哈瓦那Havana, capital of Cuba
哈利路亚hallelujah (loanword)哈利路亞
哈勃Hubble (name)
巴哈马The Bahamas巴哈馬
奥马哈Omaha奧馬哈
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Frequently Asked Questions about 哈

哈 (hā) can be used as an abbreviation for places like Kazakhstan and Harbin, or it can function as slang to express affection. In conversation, it often conveys a sense of lightheartedness or playfulness.

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