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March 24, 2026
匆忙cōngmáng(cong1mang2)
The term '匆忙' describes a state of being rushed or hurried, often implying a lack of carefulness due to time constraints. It is commonly used to express urgency in various contexts, such as work, travel, or daily activities, where one must act quickly.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, being '匆忙' reflects the fast-paced lifestyle many lead, particularly in urban areas where time is often perceived as a luxury. This urgency can be seen in the morning rush of commuters and the quick pace of business.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person running through a crowded marketplace, their arms flailing as they navigate the chaos—this visual captures the essence of '匆忙'. The character '匆' resembles the image of someone rushing, while '忙' (máng) suggests being busy, together conveying the urgency of being hurried.
Meanings of 匆忙
cōngmáng(cong1mang2)
1hasty
2hurried
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About 匆忙
匆忙Simplified
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形容词xíngróngcíadjective (adj.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 匆忙
Quick Contrast
仓促 (cāngcù) — use '匆忙' when emphasizing the hurried nature of an action, while '仓促' suggests a sense of being hasty or done in a rush without proper preparation.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a person running through a crowded marketplace, their arms flailing as they navigate the chaos—this visual captures the essence of '匆忙'. The character '匆' resembles the image of someone rushing, while '忙' (máng) suggests being busy, together conveying the urgency of being hurried.
Usage Notes
'匆忙' is generally used in informal contexts, but can also appear in formal writing when discussing urgency. Common collocations include '匆忙的生活' (hasty life) and '匆忙赶路' (hurrying on the road). Be careful with the tone; it should be pronounced with a flat first tone for '匆' and a rising second tone for '忙'.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, '匆忙' connects with other words that describe states or emotions. Students should focus on usage in sentences to express urgency, and practice with synonyms like '急' (jí) for better understanding.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, being '匆忙' reflects the fast-paced lifestyle many lead, particularly in urban areas where time is often perceived as a luxury. This urgency can be seen in the morning rush of commuters and the quick pace of business.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse '匆忙' with '忙碌' (mánglù), which means busy without the urgency aspect. A common mistake is saying '我匆忙' (I hurried), which should be '我很匆忙' (I am very hurried) to convey the state correctly.
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Grammar Patterns of 匆忙
匆忙 carries 2 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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Complete the Sentence
拼写错误经常是由于____而造成的。
Spelling mistakes are often just the result of haste.
Parisians on the street often looked worried, hurried and unfriendly.
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豪叫了医生，然后匆忙赶了过来。
háo jiào le yī shēng， ， rán hòu cōng máng gǎn le guò。
Howe summoned a doctor and hurried over.
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她在一张纸片上匆忙而潦草地写了下来。
tā zài yī zhāng zhǐ piàn shàng cōng máng ér lǎo cǎo dì xiě le xià lái。
She wrote it hastily and messily on a scrap of paper.
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他喝了几口茶,就匆忙出去了. 燕子
tā hē le jī kǒu chá, , jiù cōng máng chū qù. le .
He had a few swallows of tea and then hurried out.
Cultural Notes for 匆忙
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, being '匆忙' reflects the fast-paced lifestyle many lead, particularly in urban areas where time is often perceived as a luxury. This urgency can be seen in the morning rush of commuters and the quick pace of business.
🌏Cross-cultural Insight
In Western cultures, being hurried can sometimes be viewed negatively, associated with stress, whereas in Chinese culture, it is often seen as a necessary aspect of achieving productivity.
Frequently Asked Questions about 匆忙
You can say '我今天早上匆忙出门' (I hurried out this morning).
'匆忙' is mostly informal but can be used in formal contexts to describe urgency.
Synonyms include '急' (jí) and '赶忙' (gǎn máng), both conveying a sense of hurry.
