HSK 7, v, 8 strokes, radical 车, rank #5929, Very Hard
轰
hōng
bang
HSK 7, v, 8 strokes, radical 车, rank #5929, Very Hard
轰
hōng
boom
HSK 7, v, 8 strokes, radical 车, rank #5929, Very Hard
轰
hōng
rumble
HSK 7, v, 8 strokes, radical 车, rank #5929, Very Hard
轰
hōng
to attack
HSK 7, v, 8 strokes, radical 车, rank #5929, Very Hard
轰
hōng
to shoo away
HSK 7, v, 8 strokes, radical 车, rank #5929, Very Hard
轰
hōng
to expel
HSK 7, v, 8 strokes, radical 车, rank #5929, Very Hard
轰
hōng
rumble, explosion, blast
HSK 7, v, 8 strokes, radical 车, rank #5929, Very Hard
hōng(hong1) T1
1explosion
2bang
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March 24, 2026
轰(轟)hōng(hong1)
The character 轰 (hōng) primarily refers to a loud sound, such as an explosion or a bang. It can also imply a forceful action, like attacking or expelling something. This word is often used in contexts involving noise, impact, or sudden movement.
Strokes8Radical车Frequency#5929DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the sound of explosions, such as firecrackers during festivals, symbolizes joy and the warding off of evil spirits. The character 轰 is often associated with celebrations like the Lunar New Year.
Memory Tip
Imagine a giant drum that makes a loud 'hōng' sound when struck. The character 轰 resembles a drum being hit with a stick, creating a booming noise. Picture a massive explosion that visually represents the impact and sound of 'hōng'.
Meanings of 轰
hōng(hong1)
1explosion
2bang
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About 轰
轰Simplified
轟Traditional
8Strokes
车Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#5929Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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AI Study Notes for 轰
Quick Contrast
轰 (hōng) vs 响 (xiǎng) — use 轰 for explosive or forceful sounds, while 响 refers to general sounds or echoes.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include using 轰 in contexts where a softer sound is implied, such as whispers or quiet actions. It is generally informal, so avoid using it in very formal writing. It often collocates with words like '炸' (to explode) to describe sounds of explosions.
HSK Study Tips
Although 轰 is not in the official HSK vocabulary list, it connects well to HSK level 3 words like '响' (xiǎng, to sound) and '声' (shēng, sound), which also deal with auditory sensations. Focus on pronunciation and context for effective usage.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 轰 with similar sounding words, like 哼 (hēng), which means to hum. For example, saying '轰一首歌' instead of '哼一首歌' (humming a song) is incorrect. Remember that 轰 is for loud sounds, not soft ones.
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Pronunciation of 轰
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1The giveawayThe thunderous sound of a pair 双 of carts 车
2On the record asideographic — someone drew an idea rather than an object.
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Exercise 1 of 1
Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 轰?
Decomposition of 轰
IDS Structure⿱车双
轰Full Character
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车Che1
top
双Shuang1
bottom
Exercise 1 of 2
Identify the Components
Which of these is a component of 轰?
How to say explosion in Chinese
“explosion” in Chinese is轰hōng
The character 轰 (hōng) primarily refers to a loud sound, such as an explosion or a bang. It can also imply a forceful action, like attacking or expelling something. This word is often used in contexts involving noise, impact, or sudden movement.
When to use 轰
Common mistakes include using 轰 in contexts where a softer sound is implied, such as whispers or quiet actions. It is generally informal, so avoid using it in very formal writing. It often collocates with words like '炸' (to explode) to describe sounds of explosions.
轰 or something close to it
轰 (hōng) vs 响 (xiǎng) — use 轰 for explosive or forceful sounds, while 响 refers to general sounds or echoes.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 轰 with similar sounding words, like 哼 (hēng), which means to hum. For example, saying '轰一首歌' instead of '哼一首歌' (humming a song) is incorrect. Remember that 轰 is for loud sounds, not soft ones.
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轰
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Grammar Patterns of 轰
轰 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 8 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
Complete the Sentence
在我生长的伦敦，四周全是____炸后的断壁残垣。
In London, where I grew up, we were surrounded by bomb sites.
Example Sentences for 轰 (10)
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1
在我生长的伦敦，四周全是轰炸后的断壁残垣。
zài wǒ shēng cháng de lún dūn， ， sì zhōu quán shì hōng zhà hòu de duàn bì cán。
In London, where I grew up, we were surrounded by bomb sites.
2
他们的部队在炮轰仅有7英里之遥的德军防线。
tā mén de bù duì zài páo hōng jǐn yǒu7 7 yīng lǐ zhī yáo de dé jūn fáng。
Their unit was shelling the German lines only seven miles away.
