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喧 (xuān) - use 聒 (guā) for unpleasant noise, while 喧 (xuān) often refers to loudness that may be more neutral or festive.
Be careful not to confuse 聒 (guā) with similar-sounding words that have different meanings. This term is typically used in informal contexts to describe annoying noises. Common collocations include 聒噪 (guāzào), meaning 'noisy,' which is often used to describe a situation or environment.
Although 聒 is not part of the official HSK levels, it is beneficial for learners at an intermediate level to understand vocabulary related to sounds and noise. Focus on recognizing and using this term in context with other sound-related words, such as 嘈杂 (cáozá) meaning 'noisy' or 'chaotic.'
Learners often confuse 聒 with other characters that also describe sound, leading to incorrect usage. For example, saying '我觉得这个地方很聒噪' (I think this place is noisy) is correct, but using it to describe a peaceful place would be a mistake.
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Etymology of 聒
The sound 耳 of a bell 舌
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How to say clamor, din, hubbub in Chinese
“clamor, din, hubbub” in Chinese is聒
The character 聒 (guā) refers to a loud, clamor or din, often associated with unpleasant or raucous noise. It is commonly used to describe situations where there is excessive noise, making it hard to concentrate or communicate. This word is often used in both literal and figurative contexts, such as noisy environments or chaotic discussions.
When to use 聒
Be careful not to confuse 聒 (guā) with similar-sounding words that have different meanings. This term is typically used in informal contexts to describe annoying noises. Common collocations include 聒噪 (guāzào), meaning 'noisy,' which is often used to describe a situation or environment.
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喧 (xuān) - use 聒 (guā) for unpleasant noise, while 喧 (xuān) often refers to loudness that may be more neutral or festive.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 聒 with other characters that also describe sound, leading to incorrect usage. For example, saying '我觉得这个地方很聒噪' (I think this place is noisy) is correct, but using it to describe a peaceful place would be a mistake.
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Grammar Patterns of 聒
聒 carries 3 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
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它可能最终会使这个____噪的知识分子小圈子安静下来。
It might, at last, silence the small but noisy intellectual clique.
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Word Family of 聒
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Frequently Asked Questions about 聒
It is pronounced as 'guā', with a flat tone on the first syllable.
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