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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
酣睡hānshuìto sleep soundlyHSK 7, unknown, 25 strokes, rank #48747, Very Hard
酣睡hānshuìto fall into a deep sleepHSK 7, unknown, 25 strokes, rank #48747, Very Hard
hānshuì(han1shui4)han shui T1
  1. 1to sleep soundly
  2. 2to fall into a deep sleep
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March 24, 2026

酣睡hānshuì(han1shui4)

酣睡 refers to the state of sleeping soundly or deeply, often implying a peaceful and restful sleep. This term is commonly used to describe someone who is in a deep slumber, usually after a long day or during a comfortable environment.

Strokes25Frequency#48747DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, sleep is often associated with health and well-being, and a good night's sleep is highly valued, particularly after hard work. The idea of 酣睡 reflects the cultural importance placed on rest and recuperation.

Memory tip

Imagine someone named 'Han' who loves to drink 'Shui' (water) before bed. After drinking, he falls into a deep sleep, which makes him feel refreshed and happy the next day. The characters 酣 (han1) suggests fullness or indulgence, like enjoying a full meal before sleep, while 睡 (shui4) directly relates to sleeping.

Meanings of 酣睡

hānshuì(han1shui4)
1to sleep soundly
2to fall into a deep sleep
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酣睡Simplified
25Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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酣睡 (hānshuì) vs 熟睡 (shúshuì) — use 酣睡 for a more emotional or peaceful connotation, while 熟睡 emphasizes the state of being in a deep sleep without the emotional nuance.

Usage Notes

酣睡 is typically used in informal contexts, often to describe a pleasant or satisfying sleep. Be careful not to confuse it with 睡觉 (shuìjiào), which is a more general term for sleeping. Also, remember to use the correct tones, as mispronouncing can change the meaning.

HSK Study Tips

While 酣睡 is not in HSK vocabulary, it connects to the HSK level's focus on common verbs and phrases related to daily activities. Students should focus on context and usage within conversations about daily routines and rest.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 酣睡 with 睡觉, using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我今晚要酣觉' is incorrect; it should be '我今晚要酣睡'.

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Component characters

酣hānto enjoy liquor
12 strokes酉
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睡shuìto sleep
HSK 113 strokes目
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How to say to sleep soundly in Chinese

“to sleep soundly” in Chinese is酣睡hānshuì

酣睡 refers to the state of sleeping soundly or deeply, often implying a peaceful and restful sleep. This term is commonly used to describe someone who is in a deep slumber, usually after a long day or during a comfortable environment.

When to use 酣睡

酣睡 is typically used in informal contexts, often to describe a pleasant or satisfying sleep. Be careful not to confuse it with 睡觉 (shuìjiào), which is a more general term for sleeping. Also, remember to use the correct tones, as mispronouncing can change the meaning.

酣睡 or something close to it

酣睡 (hānshuì) vs 熟睡 (shúshuì) — use 酣睡 for a more emotional or peaceful connotation, while 熟睡 emphasizes the state of being in a deep sleep without the emotional nuance.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 酣睡 with 睡觉, using them interchangeably. For example, saying '我今晚要酣觉' is incorrect; it should be '我今晚要酣睡'.

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