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汒mángThe character 汒 (máng) refers to the phenomenon of being immersed or submerged in water, often implying a sense of overwhelming involvement. It is not commonly used in everyday language, but it can appear in literary or poetic contexts to convey deep emotional states or situations where one feels engulfed.6 strokes, radical 氵
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March 24, 2026

汒máng(mang2)

The character 汒 (máng) refers to the phenomenon of being immersed or submerged in water, often implying a sense of overwhelming involvement. It is not commonly used in everyday language, but it can appear in literary or poetic contexts to convey deep emotional states or situations where one feels engulfed.

Strokes6Radical氵
Cultural Note

In Chinese poetry, water often symbolizes emotions and the depth of human experience. The character 汒 reflects the traditional view of water as not just a physical element but also a metaphor for feelings and existential states.

Memory Tip

Imagine the character 汒 as a person drowning in a sea of emotions, represented by the water radical 水 (meaning water) on the left. The sound 'máng' can be remembered by picturing a 'mangy' dog struggling in the waves, connecting the imagery of distress with the pronunciation.

About 汒

汒Simplified
6Strokes
氵Radical
非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

This character is relatively rare, so it may not be immediately recognized in conversation. When using it, ensure that your audience understands the context, as it can carry a heavy emotional weight. Be cautious with its tone and usage, as it can easily be confused with more common words for water or drowning.

HSK Study Tips

While 汒 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, learners should focus on building their understanding of related characters that deal with water (水) and emotional expressions. Understanding the nuances of less common characters like 汒 can enhance comprehension of literary texts.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 汒 with more common water-related characters, like 水 (shuǐ). For example, saying '我在汒水' (Wǒ zài máng shuǐ) instead of '我在水里' (Wǒ zài shuǐ lǐ - I am in the water) shows a misunderstanding of the context and usage of 汒.

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Etymology of 汒

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

water

Semantic (meaning)氵
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Phonetic (sound)亡
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Origin

汒 = 氵 + 亡. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 汒

IDS Structure⿰氵亡
汒Full Character
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氵shui3
left
亡wang2
right
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Parts

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How to say 汒 in Chinese

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The character 汒 (máng) refers to the phenomenon of being immersed or submerged in water, often implying a sense of overwhelming involvement. It is not commonly used in everyday language, but it can appear in literary or poetic contexts to convey deep emotional states or situations where one feels engulfed.

When to use 汒

This character is relatively rare, so it may not be immediately recognized in conversation. When using it, ensure that your audience understands the context, as it can carry a heavy emotional weight. Be cautious with its tone and usage, as it can easily be confused with more common words for water or drowning.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 汒 with more common water-related characters, like 水 (shuǐ). For example, saying '我在汒水' (Wǒ zài máng shuǐ) instead of '我在水里' (Wǒ zài shuǐ lǐ - I am in the water) shows a misunderstanding of the context and usage of 汒.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 汒

No, 汒 is quite rare in everyday language and is more likely to appear in literary or poetic contexts.

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