appearance, looks; form, figure; to contain, to hold
a, 10 strokes, radical 宀, rank #3906, Hard
róng(Rong2) T2
1to hold
2to contain
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March 24, 2026
容róng(Rong2)
The character 容 (róng) has multiple meanings, primarily revolving around the concepts of containing and allowing. It can refer to the physical capacity to hold something, as well as the metaphorical capacity to tolerate or accept. Additionally, 容 is often used in contexts related to appearance or looks, such as describing someone's countenance or form.
Strokes10Radical宀Frequency#3906DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of tolerance (容忍) is highly valued, reflecting the importance of harmony in social interactions. The character is often used in discussions about personal relationships and societal norms.
Memory Tip
Imagine a container (the radical 宀 represents a house) that holds various items inside. This container can also allow different things in, much like how a person might tolerate differing opinions. The pronunciation 'róng' can be remembered as 'rong', resembling a round, welcoming shape that holds and embraces.
Meanings of 容
róng(Rong2)
1to hold
2to contain
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About 容
容Simplified
10Strokes
宀Radical
形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
#3906Frequency Rank
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Quick Contrast
容 (róng) vs 载 (zài) — use 容 when referring to the capacity to contain or tolerate, while 载 specifically emphasizes the act of carrying or loading something.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a container (the radical 宀 represents a house) that holds various items inside. This container can also allow different things in, much like how a person might tolerate differing opinions. The pronunciation 'róng' can be remembered as 'rong', resembling a round, welcoming shape that holds and embraces.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 容 with similar-sounding characters; the tone is crucial, as 'róng' is pronounced with a rising tone. This character is often used in both formal and informal contexts, especially when discussing tolerance or appearance. Common phrases include 容忍 (to tolerate) and 容貌 (appearance).
HSK Study Tips
Though 容 is not explicitly listed in the HSK levels, it aligns with HSK 4 vocabulary focusing on more abstract concepts. Students should pay attention to its various usages and practice combining it with other words to express nuanced meanings in different contexts.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of tolerance (容忍) is highly valued, reflecting the importance of harmony in social interactions. The character is often used in discussions about personal relationships and societal norms.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 容 with the character 荣 (róng), which means 'glory' or 'honor.' An incorrect example would be using '荣忍' instead of '容忍' for 'to tolerate.' Always double-check the context to ensure the correct character is used.
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Grammar Patterns of 容
容 functions as an adjective. In Chinese it behaves like a stative verb: place it directly after the subject without 是 (我很高，not 我是高). Use 不 to negate (不高) and pair it with 很 in plain affirmative sentences. It carries 9 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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Cultural Notes for 容
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The character 容 can represent not just physical appearance, but also the demeanor or acceptance of a person. This reflects a cultural value in Chinese society that emphasizes harmony and tolerance in relationships.
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of tolerance (容忍) is highly valued, reflecting the importance of harmony in social interactions. The character is often used in discussions about personal relationships and societal norms.
Word Family of 容
Compounds16
溶rong2to dissolve
熔rong2mold; to fuse, to melt, to smelt
蓉Rong2lotus, hibiscus; Chengdu, Sichuan
榕rong2banyan tree
镕rong2mold; to fuse, to melt, to smelt
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傛
塎
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嵱
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鎔rong2mold; to fuse, to melt, to smelt
Words Containing This Character20
容易róngyìeasy
内容nèiróngcontent內容
容róngto hold
笑容xiàoróngsmile
形容xíngróngto describe
容忍róngrěnto put up with
美容měiróngto beautify
宽容kuānrónglenient寬容
容量róngliàngcapacity
阵容zhènróngtroop arrangement陣容
容器róngqìreceptacle
好不容易with great difficulty
整容plastic surgery
不容bùróngmust not
包容bāoróngto pardon
从容cóngróngto go easy從容
容纳róngnàto hold容納
容许róngxǔto permit容許
纵容zòngróngto indulge縱容
面容appearance
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Frequently Asked Questions about 容
容 (róng) generally implies tolerance or allowing something to happen, while 让 (ràng) means to let or give way to someone else. For example, '我容你' (wǒ róng nǐ) means 'I tolerate you', while '我让你' (wǒ ràng nǐ) means 'I let you'. Understanding the context is key to using these words appropriately.
容 (róng) has several meanings in Chinese, including 'to contain', 'to allow', and 'to tolerate'. It can also refer to 'appearance' or 'look', indicating how something is presented or perceived. Additionally, 容 is a common surname in China.
To use 容 (róng) in a sentence, you can say '他容忍了很多困难' (tā róngrěnle hěnduō kùnnán), which means 'He tolerated a lot of difficulties'. You can also use it to express appearance, such as '她的容貌很美' (tā de róngmào hěn měi), meaning 'Her appearance is very beautiful'.
Common phrases include 容忍 (tolerate), 容貌 (appearance), and 容器 (container).
You can think of 'rong' as a round shape that holds things, which helps connect the sound to its meaning.
Yes, 容 is appropriate in both formal and informal contexts, especially when discussing tolerance or appearance.
