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悬挂 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
悬挂xuánguàto suspendHSK 7, v, rank #18877, Hard
悬挂xuánguàto hangHSK 7, v, rank #18877, Hard
悬挂xuánguàsuspension (cable car)HSK 7, v, rank #18877, Hard
悬挂xuánguà(vehicle) suspensionHSK 7, unknown, rank #18877, Hard
xuánguà(xuan2gua4) T2
  1. 1to suspend
  2. 2to hang
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March 24, 2026
悬挂(懸掛)xuánguà(xuan2gua4)

悬挂 (xuan2 gua4) means to suspend or hang something from a point above. It can refer to physical objects, such as a cable car hanging from cables, or metaphorical uses, like being in a state of uncertainty. It is commonly used in both everyday contexts and technical discussions related to mechanics or transportation.

Frequency#18877DifficultyHard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of suspension can relate to traditional crafts, such as hanging lanterns during festivals, symbolizing light and hope. The use of cable cars in mountainous regions of China, like in Zhangjiajie, also highlights the practical application of 悬挂 in modern transport.

Memory Tip

Imagine a heavy painting (挂) hanging (悬) on a wall. The top part (悬) is fixed, but the painting dangles down freely. The '悬' suggests something is up in the air, while '挂' means to hang, helping you remember that '悬挂' means to suspend or hang.

Meanings of 悬挂

xuánguà(xuan2gua4)
1to suspend
2to hang
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About 悬挂

悬挂Simplified
懸掛Traditional
Strokes
Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#18877Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2

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AI Study Notes for 悬挂

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吊 (diào) - use 悬挂 (xuánguà) when emphasizing suspension from above, while 吊 (diào) can imply hanging or dropping down.

Memory Mnemonic

Imagine a heavy painting (挂) hanging (悬) on a wall. The top part (悬) is fixed, but the painting dangles down freely. The '悬' suggests something is up in the air, while '挂' means to hang, helping you remember that '悬挂' means to suspend or hang.

Usage Notes

Be careful not to confuse 悬挂 with similar words like 挂 (gua4), which means just to hang without the sense of suspension. This word is typically used in both formal and informal contexts, especially when discussing mechanics or installation of items. Remember to use the correct tones to avoid misunderstanding.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK Level 6 word, 悬挂 connects with other technical vocabulary related to engineering or transportation. Students should focus on understanding how it fits into sentences describing processes or mechanisms, as well as its use in idiomatic expressions.

Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, the concept of suspension can relate to traditional crafts, such as hanging lanterns during festivals, symbolizing light and hope. The use of cable cars in mountainous regions of China, like in Zhangjiajie, also highlights the practical application of 悬挂 in modern transport.

Common Mistakes

Learners often mistakenly use the wrong tone, saying 'xuan4 gua4' instead of 'xuan2 gua4'. Additionally, some might confuse it with just '挂' (gua4) and omit the '悬', losing the meaning of suspension.

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Component Characters

xuánto hang or suspend
HSK 711 strokes
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guàto hang or suspend (from a hook etc)
HSK 49 strokes
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Grammar Patterns of 悬挂

悬挂 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 4 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.

Exercise 1 of 4

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这部影片是用摄影机系在____ 式 滑翔机上拍摄的.

The film was taken by a camera mounted on a hang - glider.

Example Sentences for 悬挂 (4)

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这部影片是用摄影机系在悬挂 式 滑翔机上拍摄的.

zhè bù yǐng piàn shì yòng shè yǐng jī xì zài xuán guà shì huá xiáng jī shàng pāi.

The film was taken by a camera mounted on a hang - glider.
2
银盘似的月亮悬挂在空中.

yín pán sì de yuè liàng xuán guà zài kōng zhōng.

The silvery globe of the moon hung in the sky.
3
一只风筝悬挂在电话线上晃来晃去.

yī zhī fēng zhēng xuán guà zài diàn huà xiàn shàng huǎng lái huǎng qù.

A kite dangles from a telephone wire.
4
确保洗涤缸的隔渣盘放置正确,确保机帘的正确悬挂.

què bǎo xǐ dí gāng de gé zhā pán fàng zhì zhèng què, , què bǎo jī lián de zhèng què xuán.

Make sure that the wash tank filter is set correctly.

Cultural Notes for 悬挂

🏮Cultural insight

In Chinese culture, the concept of suspension can relate to traditional crafts, such as hanging lanterns during festivals, symbolizing light and hope. The use of cable cars in mountainous regions of China, like in Zhangjiajie, also highlights the practical application of 悬挂 in modern transport.

Frequently Asked Questions about 悬挂

You can say '这幅画悬挂在墙上' (This painting is hanging on the wall) or '缆车悬挂在山上' (The cable car is suspended on the mountain).