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March 24, 2026
热门(熱門)rèmén(re4men2)
热门 (rèmén) refers to something that is currently popular or in high demand. It can describe trends, topics, or items that attract a lot of attention, such as popular songs, movies, or products. The term conveys a sense of being favored or trending among people.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese society, the concept of 热门 is particularly significant in the context of social media and entertainment, where trends can change rapidly. For example, a song can go from being obscure to 热门 within days due to online platforms.
Memory Tip
Think of 热 (re) as 'hot' and 门 (mén) as 'door.' Imagine a hot door that everyone wants to pass through because it leads to the latest trends and popular things. This visual connects the heat of popularity with the idea of a door that opens to what's in vogue.
Meanings of 热门
rèmén(re4men2)
1popular
2hot
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About 热门
热门Simplified
熱門Traditional
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#7265Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRB2
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流行 (liúxíng) - use 热门 for something currently trending, while 流行 also implies popularity but can refer to broader cultural trends that may not be immediate.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 热 (re) as 'hot' and 门 (mén) as 'door.' Imagine a hot door that everyone wants to pass through because it leads to the latest trends and popular things. This visual connects the heat of popularity with the idea of a door that opens to what's in vogue.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 热门 with just 热 (hot), which can refer to temperature. 热门 is used in more informal contexts, often in conversation about entertainment or social media. Common collocations include 热门话题 (popular topics) and 热门电影 (popular movies).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 热门 is useful for discussing contemporary issues and popular culture. Students should focus on using it in context with other words related to trends, such as 新潮 (xīncháo, trendy) and 流行 (liúxíng, fashionable).
Cultural Note
In Chinese society, the concept of 热门 is particularly significant in the context of social media and entertainment, where trends can change rapidly. For example, a song can go from being obscure to 热门 within days due to online platforms.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 热门 with 热情 (rèqíng), which means enthusiasm. For example, saying '他是一个热门的老师' (He is a popular teacher) is correct, while '他是一个热情的老师' (He is an enthusiastic teacher) has a different meaning.
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Grammar Patterns of 热门
热门 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 3 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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你可以跟着一起唱你最喜爱的“猫王”的____歌曲。
You can sing along to your favourite Elvis hits.
Example Sentences for 热门 (5)
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你可以跟着一起唱你最喜爱的“猫王”的热门歌曲。
nǐ kě yǐ gēn zháo yī qǐ chàng nǐ zuì xǐ ài de“ “ māo” wáng ” de rè mén。
You can sing along to your favourite Elvis hits.
2
该杂志的宗旨是在基督教框架下讨论时下的热门话题。
gāi zá zhì de zōng zhǐ shì zài jī dū jiào kuàng jià xià tǎo lùn shí xià de rè mén huà tí。
The magazine's aim is to discuss topical issues within a Christian framework.
More than six million youngsters tune in to Blockbusters every day.
4
一场热门演出的利润可达数百万美元。
yī cháng rè mén yǎn chū de lì rùn kě dá shù bǎi wàn měi yuán。
For a hit show, profits can add up to millions of dollars.
5
这首歌是去年最热门的歌曲。
zhè shǒu gē shì qù nián zuì rè mén de gē qū。
The song was a mega hit last year.
Cultural Notes for 热门
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In Chinese society, the concept of 热门 is particularly significant in the context of social media and entertainment, where trends can change rapidly. For example, a song can go from being obscure to 热门 within days due to online platforms.
Frequently Asked Questions about 热门
Yes, you can use 热门 to describe people who are currently popular or well-liked, such as celebrities or influencers.
Generally, 热门 is more informal and is commonly used in spoken language or casual writing, while formal writing may opt for synonyms like 受欢迎.
