the droning sound made by an airplane or a bee flying
zg, 13 strokes, radical 口, rank #35678, Very Hard
嗡
wēng
(onom.) buzz
unknown, 13 strokes, radical 口, rank #35678, Very Hard
嗡
wēng
hum
unknown, 13 strokes, radical 口, rank #35678, Very Hard
嗡
wēng
drone
unknown, 13 strokes, radical 口, rank #35678, Very Hard
wēng(weng1) T1
1the droning sound made by an airplane or a bee flying
2(onom.) buzz
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March 24, 2026
嗡wēng(weng1)
The character 嗡 (wēng) represents the sound made by buzzing insects like bees or the hum of machinery and aircraft. It is an onomatopoeic term that conveys a sense of low-frequency, continuous noise often associated with motion or activity.
Strokes13Radical口Frequency#35678DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, bees are often associated with hard work and community due to their role in pollination. The sound 嗡 can evoke feelings of summer and agricultural activity, reflecting the importance of nature in Chinese life.
Memory Tip
Picture a buzzing bee in a garden. The bee's wings create a 'wēng' sound as it flies from flower to flower, reminding you of the character 嗡, which captures that very hum.
Meanings of 嗡
wēng(weng1)
1the droning sound made by an airplane or a bee flying
2(onom.) buzz
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About 嗡
嗡Simplified
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口Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 嗡
Memory Mnemonic
Picture a buzzing bee in a garden. The bee's wings create a 'wēng' sound as it flies from flower to flower, reminding you of the character 嗡, which captures that very hum.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 嗡 with other sound-related characters like 嘈 (cáo) or 嚣 (xiāo), which refer to different types of noise. 嗡 is used informally to describe buzzing sounds, so it may not be appropriate in formal contexts. Pay attention to the tone; using the wrong tone might lead to misunderstandings.
HSK Study Tips
While 嗡 is not part of the standard HSK vocabulary, it's useful for students at HSK 3 and above who are learning about sounds and onomatopoeia. Focus on listening exercises to hear its usage in context and practice with similar sound-related vocabulary.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, bees are often associated with hard work and community due to their role in pollination. The sound 嗡 can evoke feelings of summer and agricultural activity, reflecting the importance of nature in Chinese life.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes mix up 嗡 with similar-sounding words like 嗞 (zī), which depicts a different type of sound. For example, saying '我听到嗞' instead of '我听到嗡' could suggest a completely different noise.
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Grammar Patterns of 嗡
嗡 carries 4 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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他刚一进去，与门相连的门铃便____嗡作响。
His entrance was announced by a buzzer connected to the door.
Example Sentences for 嗡 (10)
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1
他刚一进去，与门相连的门铃便嗡嗡作响。
tā gāng yī jìn qù， ， yǔ mén xiāng lián de mén líng biàn wēng wēng zuò。
His entrance was announced by a buzzer connected to the door.
2
钱伯斯一直在他耳边嗡嗡地说个不停，他都快疯了。
qián bó sī yī zhí zài tā ěr biān wēng wēng dì shuō gè bù tíng， ， tā dū kuài fēng。
Chambers' voice droned, maddening as an insect around his head.
3
他们周围的人都在嗡嗡地低声交谈。
tā mén zhōu wéi de rén dū zài wēng wēng dì dī shēng jiāo tán。
There was a general hum of conversation around them.
4
他能听到真空吸尘器的嗡嗡声。
tā néng tīng dào zhēn kōng xī chén qì de wēng wēng shēng。
He could hear the whirr of a vacuum cleaner.
5
用不了5小时，设备就又能嗡嗡地运转了。
yòng bù le5 5 xiǎo， shí ， shè bèi jiù yòu néng wēng wēng dì yùn。
Within five hours, the equipment will be humming away again.
6
对讲机发出嗡嗡声，他按下了相应的开关。
duì jiǎng jī fā chū wēng wēng shēng， ， tā àn xià le xiāng yīng de kāi。
The intercom buzzed and he pressed down the appropriate switch.
mì fēng zài fēng xiāng zhōu wéi wēng wēng dì jiào.
The bees were humming around the hive.
Cultural Notes for 嗡
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, bees are often associated with hard work and community due to their role in pollination. The sound 嗡 can evoke feelings of summer and agricultural activity, reflecting the importance of nature in Chinese life.
Word Family of 嗡
Words Containing This Character2
嗡嗡buzz
嗡wēnghum
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Compound Meaning
What does 嗡嗡 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 嗡
It sounds like 'buzz' or 'hum', similar to the noise made by bees or drones.
Yes, 嗡 can also describe mechanical sounds, such as engines or machines, that produce a droning noise.
It is more commonly used in descriptive contexts, especially when discussing nature or sounds in a narrative.
