Meanings of 亢
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高 (gāo, high) - use 亢 (kàng) to emphasize excessive or heightened states, while 高 (gāo) simply denotes height without the connotation of intensity.
Learners often confuse 亢 with similar-sounding words like 抗 (kàng), which means to resist. Use 亢 in more formal contexts to describe pride or excessive states, as it can sound overly dramatic in casual conversation. Be mindful of the tone; mispronouncing it may lead to confusion with other words.
While 亢 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, its components can help learners recognize characters with similar themes of height or pride. Focus on the context in which 亢 is used and relate it to other words with emotional connotations.
Learners often misuse 亢 in informal situations, leading to overly dramatic expressions. For example, saying '我很亢' (wǒ hěn kàng) to mean 'I am very proud' is incorrect; a more suitable phrase would be '我很自豪' (wǒ hěn zìháo).
Pronunciation of 亢
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Etymology of 亢
Pictograph of a person with a line through their legs. Original meaning unclear.
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Pictograph of a person with a line through their legs. Original meaning unclear.
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The character 亢 (kàng) generally conveys the idea of being high, proud, or excessive. It can describe a state of heightened emotion or intensity, such as in '亢奋' (kàngfèn), meaning overly excited. Additionally, it refers to a surname and is associated with one of the 28 lunar mansions in Chinese astronomy.
When to use 亢
Learners often confuse 亢 with similar-sounding words like 抗 (kàng), which means to resist. Use 亢 in more formal contexts to describe pride or excessive states, as it can sound overly dramatic in casual conversation. Be mindful of the tone; mispronouncing it may lead to confusion with other words.
亢 or something close to it
高 (gāo, high) - use 亢 (kàng) to emphasize excessive or heightened states, while 高 (gāo) simply denotes height without the connotation of intensity.
What learners get wrong
Learners often misuse 亢 in informal situations, leading to overly dramatic expressions. For example, saying '我很亢' (wǒ hěn kàng) to mean 'I am very proud' is incorrect; a more suitable phrase would be '我很自豪' (wǒ hěn zìháo).
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Grammar Patterns of 亢
亢 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 3 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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他减税的承诺让____奋的人群欢呼雀跃起来。
His tax-cutting pledge brought a delirious crowd to their feet.
Example Sentences for 亢 (2)
Word Family of 亢
Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 亢
Common phrases include 亢奋 (kàngfèn), meaning overly excited, and 亢龙有悔 (kàng lóng yǒu huǐ), which conveys the idea that excessive pride can lead to regret.
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