充斥 (chōngchì) means to be filled with or to overflow with something, often used to describe an environment or situation that is saturated with a particular quality or element. It is commonly used in contexts where negative attributes, such as noise or pollution, dominate an area, emphasizing an unwanted abundance.
HSK 7, 16 strokes, Hard
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May 27, 2026
充斥chōngchì(chong1chi4)
充斥 (chōngchì) means to be filled with or to overflow with something, often used to describe an environment or situation that is saturated with a particular quality or element. It is commonly used in contexts where negative attributes, such as noise or pollution, dominate an area, emphasizing an unwanted abundance.
Strokes16Frequency#—DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In contemporary Chinese discussions about urbanization, 充斥 is often used to describe cities that are overwhelmed by traffic, pollution, and noise, reflecting concerns about living conditions in rapidly developing areas.
Memory Tip
Imagine a room overflowing with water (充) and filled with something unpleasant like garbage (斥). The sound of the water (chōng) and the sight of the garbage (chì) create a vivid image of a place overwhelmed by unwanted elements.
About 充斥
充斥Simplified
16Strokes
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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充满 (chōngmǎn) - use 充斥 when emphasizing an unwanted or negative abundance, while 充满 is neutral and can describe any fullness.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a room overflowing with water (充) and filled with something unpleasant like garbage (斥). The sound of the water (chōng) and the sight of the garbage (chì) create a vivid image of a place overwhelmed by unwanted elements.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 充斥 with similar words like 充满 (chōngmǎn), which means 'to be filled with' but does not carry the negative connotation. This word is generally used in formal or written contexts, so be cautious when using it in casual conversation.
HSK Study Tips
At HSK Level 7, students should focus on understanding nuanced meanings and contexts of words like 充斥. Connecting it to vocabulary related to environment and quality, such as 噪音 (zàoyīn, noise) and 污染 (wūrǎn, pollution), can enhance comprehension.
Cultural Note
In contemporary Chinese discussions about urbanization, 充斥 is often used to describe cities that are overwhelmed by traffic, pollution, and noise, reflecting concerns about living conditions in rapidly developing areas.
Common Mistakes
A common mistake is using 充斥 in an overly positive context, such as saying 'The festival was filled with joy' (节日充斥着快乐), which should instead use 充满 to convey a positive meaning.
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Cultural Notes for 充斥
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In contemporary Chinese discussions about urbanization, 充斥 is often used to describe cities that are overwhelmed by traffic, pollution, and noise, reflecting concerns about living conditions in rapidly developing areas.
Frequently Asked Questions about 充斥
You can use 充斥 when discussing negative aspects of a place, such as 'The city is filled with pollution' (这个城市充斥着污染).
While it can be used in conversation, it is more commonly found in written language or formal discussions.
Unlike 充满, which has a neutral tone, 充斥 often suggests an undesirable abundance, making it important to choose the right word based on context.
