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惝 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
惝chǎngalarmed, agitateda, 11 strokes, radical 忄
惝chǎngdisappointedunknown, 11 strokes, radical 忄
惝chǎnglistlessunknown, 11 strokes, radical 忄
惝chǎngfrightenedunknown, 11 strokes, radical 忄
惝chǎngalso pr. [tang3]unknown, 11 strokes, radical 忄
chǎng(chang3) T3
  1. 1alarmed, agitated
  2. 2disappointed
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March 24, 2026

惝chǎng(chang3)

The character 惝 (chǎng) conveys a sense of being alarmed or agitated, often associated with feelings of disappointment or fright. It can also describe a state of listlessness or being unsettled, reflecting a deeper emotional or psychological condition.

Strokes11Radical忄
Cultural Note

In traditional Chinese culture, feelings of disappointment and agitation are often linked to fate and destiny, reflecting beliefs about personal agency and external control. This character can be used in discussions of literary themes regarding human emotions and struggles.

Memory Tip

Imagine a person (the radical for 'mind' 心) who feels alarmed and listless after receiving shocking news about a loved one. The 'zhang' part resembles someone in disbelief, with wide eyes and an open mouth, symbolizing their agitation and surprise.

Meanings of 惝

chǎng(chang3)
1alarmed, agitated
2disappointed
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About 惝

惝Simplified
11Strokes
忄Radical
形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 惝

Usage Notes

This character is often used in literary or poetic contexts rather than in everyday conversation. Be cautious of its pronunciation, especially distinguishing between chǎng and tang; using the wrong tone can change the meaning entirely.

HSK Study Tips

While 惝 is not in the HSK vocabulary lists, understanding it can enhance your comprehension of more complex texts. Focus on recognizing its meaning in literary works or phrases that express emotional states.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 惝 with similar-sounding characters, like 想 (xiǎng) which means 'to think' or 'to miss.' Ensure you practice the tonal differences to avoid miscommunication.

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Pronunciation of 惝

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Etymology of 惝

Formation Typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
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Semantic (meaning)忄
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Phonetic (sound)尚
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Case file: 惝

  1. 1The meaning half忄 carries the sense.
  2. 2The sound half尚 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
  3. 3The giveawayheart
  4. 4On the record aspictophonetic.

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Character Formation Type

What type of character formation is 惝?

Decomposition of 惝

IDS Structure⿰忄尚
惝Full Character
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忄xin1
left
尚Shang4
right
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Identify the Components

Which of these is a component of 惝?

How to say alarmed, agitated in Chinese

“alarmed, agitated” in Chinese is惝chǎng

The character 惝 (chǎng) conveys a sense of being alarmed or agitated, often associated with feelings of disappointment or fright. It can also describe a state of listlessness or being unsettled, reflecting a deeper emotional or psychological condition.

When to use 惝

This character is often used in literary or poetic contexts rather than in everyday conversation. Be cautious of its pronunciation, especially distinguishing between chǎng and tang; using the wrong tone can change the meaning entirely.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 惝 with similar-sounding characters, like 想 (xiǎng) which means 'to think' or 'to miss.' Ensure you practice the tonal differences to avoid miscommunication.

Write 惝

惝

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Word Family of 惝

Words Containing This Character2
惝chǎnglistless
迷离惝恍indistinct迷離惝恍
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Compound Meaning

What does 惝 mean?

Frequently Asked Questions about 惝

It is pronounced as chǎng, with a falling-rising tone.

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