HSK 7, unknown, 10 strokes, radical 日, rank #3626, Hard
晃
huàng
to sway
HSK 7, v, 10 strokes, radical 日, rank #3626, Hard
晃
huàng
to shake
HSK 7, v, 10 strokes, radical 日, rank #3626, Hard
晃
huàng
to wander about
HSK 7, v, 10 strokes, radical 日, rank #3626, Hard
晃
huàng
bright, dazzling; to shake, to sway
HSK 7, v, 10 strokes, radical 日, rank #3626, Hard
晃
huàng
to flash past
HSK 7, unknown, 10 strokes, radical 日, rank #3626, Hard
huǎng(huang3)
primary
T3
1to sway
2to shake
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March 24, 2026
晃(㨪)huǎng(huang3)
The character 晃 (huǎng) primarily means to sway or shake, often used to describe movement that is unsteady or fluctuating. It can also refer to a dazzling brightness or the act of wandering about in a somewhat aimless manner. This word is often used in both literal and metaphorical contexts, such as describing the movement of objects or the fleeting nature of thoughts.
Strokes10Radical日Frequency#3626DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
The concept of swaying or shaking is often seen in traditional Chinese dances and performances, where fluid movements represent harmony and balance. This character can also relate to the idea of wandering, which is commonly portrayed in Chinese poetry as a metaphor for life's journey.
Memory Tip
Imagine a bright light (the 'bright' meaning of 晃) swaying back and forth like a pendulum. The character has a bright sun (日) above and a person (人) below, suggesting that a person is dazzled by the bright light and sways as they try to look at it.
Meanings of 晃
huǎng(huang3)
primary
1to sway
2to shake
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About 晃
晃Simplified
㨪Traditional
10Strokes
日Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#3626Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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AI Study Notes for 晃
Quick Contrast
晃 (huǎng) vs 摇 (yáo) — use 晃 for unsteady or fluctuating movement, while 摇 is for more controlled or rhythmic shaking.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a bright light (the 'bright' meaning of 晃) swaying back and forth like a pendulum. The character has a bright sun (日) above and a person (人) below, suggesting that a person is dazzled by the bright light and sways as they try to look at it.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 晃 with similar-sounding words or characters. It's essential to use the correct tones, as mispronouncing huǎng can lead to misunderstandings. Common collocations include phrases describing physical movement, such as '晃动' (huǎngdòng - to shake) or '晃悠' (huǎngyōu - to sway).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 晃 connects to other HSK 6 vocabulary relating to movement and perception. Students should pay attention to its usage in various contexts, such as literature or spoken Mandarin, to grasp its nuances fully.
Cultural Note
The concept of swaying or shaking is often seen in traditional Chinese dances and performances, where fluid movements represent harmony and balance. This character can also relate to the idea of wandering, which is commonly portrayed in Chinese poetry as a metaphor for life's journey.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 晃 with the character 蹶 (jué), which means to fall. A common mistake is using it in a context where a more stable or firm action is described, such as saying '他晃倒在地' (Tā huǎng dǎo zài dì), which should be corrected to '他摔倒在地' (Tā shuāi dǎo zài dì - He fell to the ground).
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Grammar Patterns of 晃
晃 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 5 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.
Exercise 1 of 4
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索尔特捏住包的外角，把它倒过来____了晃。
Salter held the bag by the corners and shook it upside down.
Example Sentences for 晃 (10)
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1
索尔特捏住包的外角，把它倒过来晃了晃。
suǒ ěr tè niē zhù bāo de wài jiǎo， ， bǎ tā dǎo guò lái huǎng le。
Salter held the bag by the corners and shook it upside down.
2
他摇摇晃晃地行走在停车场凹凸不平的地面上。
tā yáo yáo huǎng huǎng dì háng zǒu zài tíng chē cháng āo tū bù píng de dì miàn shàng。
He staggered on the uneven surface of the car park.
3
地面摇晃，周围房屋的墙体在他们身边倒塌。
dì miàn yáo huǎng， ， zhōu wéi fáng wū de qiáng tǐ zài tā mén shēn biān dǎo。
The earth shook and the walls of neighbouring houses fell around them.
4
我甚至见过她在扎拉淘气的时候使劲摇晃她。
wǒ shèn zhì jiàn guò tā zài zā lā táo qì de shí hòu shǐ jìn yáo huǎng tā。
I've even seen her shake Zara when she's been naughty.
5
灌木丛和树木在风中摇晃。
guàn mù cóng hé shù mù zài fēng zhōng yáo huǎng。
The bushes and trees were blowing in the wind.
6
我看见另有一些模糊的影子晃了一下就不见了。
wǒ kàn jiàn lìng yǒu yī xiē mó hū de yǐng zǐ huǎng le yī xià jiù bù jiàn le。
I saw other indistinct shapes that stayed out of vision.
7
她像个顽皮的孩子似的，坐在椅子上来回摇晃。
tā xiàng gè wán pí de hái zǐ sì de， ， zuò zài yǐ zǐ shàng lái huí yáo。
She rocks back and forth on her chair like a mischievous child.
8
坐好，不要动来晃去的！
zuò hǎo， ， bù yào dòng lái huǎng qù！
Sit still and stop fidgeting!
9
那辆长途汽车危险地颠簸摇晃。
nà liàng cháng tú qì chē wēi xiǎn dì diān bò yáo huǎng。
The coach rocked dangerously.
10
他爬进来的时候，那件易碎的工艺品摇晃起来。
tā pá jìn lái de shí hòu， ， nà jiàn yì suì de gōng yì pǐn yáo huǎng qǐ。
The frail craft rocked as he clambered in.
Cultural Notes for 晃
🏮Cultural insight
The concept of swaying or shaking is often seen in traditional Chinese dances and performances, where fluid movements represent harmony and balance. This character can also relate to the idea of wandering, which is commonly portrayed in Chinese poetry as a metaphor for life's journey.
Word Family of 晃
Compounds8
幌huang3curtain, cloth screen, signboard
榥
滉
熀
鎤
愰
皩
縨
Words Containing This Character12
晃huǎngto sway
摇晃yáohuàngto rock搖晃
晃动to sway晃動
一晃yíhuàng(of a sight) in a flash
晃悠to swing
晃荡huàngdangto rock晃蕩
明晃晃shining
晃晃悠悠swaying
新晃Xinhuang Dong autonomous county in Huaihua 懷化|怀化[Huáihuà], Hunan
新晃县Xinhuang Dong autonomous county in Huaihua 懷化|怀化[Huáihuà], Hunan新晃縣
新晃侗族自治县Xinhuang Dong autonomous county in Huaihua 懷化|怀化[Huáihuà], Hunan新晃侗族自治縣
银晃晃silver glitter銀晃晃
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Frequently Asked Questions about 晃
It is pronounced as 'huǎng' with a rising tone.
Yes, it can be metaphorically used to describe emotions that feel unsteady or fluctuating.
It is generally more common in informal contexts but can appear in literature depending on the style.
