HSK 4, v, 12 strokes, radical 口, rank #1877, Medium
喊
hǎn
to shout
HSK 4, v, 12 strokes, radical 口, rank #1877, Medium
喊
hǎn
to call out for (a person)
HSK 4, v, 12 strokes, radical 口, rank #1877, Medium
喊
hǎn
to shout, to yell, to call out; to howl; to cry
HSK 4, v, 12 strokes, radical 口, rank #1877, Medium
hǎn(han3) T3
1to yell
2to shout
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March 24, 2026
喊hǎn(han3)
The character 喊 (hǎn) means to yell, shout, or call out. It is commonly used when someone is expressing strong emotions or trying to get someone's attention from a distance. This word can also imply urgency or excitement in its usage.
Strokes12Radical口Frequency#1877DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, shouting or calling out is often associated with festivals or public celebrations, where loud voices are used to attract attention and create a lively atmosphere.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person on a mountain peak, yelling 'Hǎn!' to summon their friends below. The character 喊 has a mouth (口) on the left, indicating speaking, and the right part suggests a sense of urgency or intensity in the shout.
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AI Study Notes for 喊
Quick Contrast
呼 (hū) vs. 叫 (jiào) — use 喊 (hǎn) for expressing strong emotions or urgency, while 呼 (hū) is more neutral and often used for calling or summoning, and 叫 (jiào) is more general for calling or shouting without the same emotional intensity.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a person on a mountain peak, yelling 'Hǎn!' to summon their friends below. The character 喊 has a mouth (口) on the left, indicating speaking, and the right part suggests a sense of urgency or intensity in the shout.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 喊 with 叫 (jiào), which also means to call out but is more general. 喊 is typically more forceful and loud, used in informal contexts. Be aware of the tones; hǎn (3rd tone) can be difficult to differentiate from other tones in fast speech.
HSK Study Tips
At HSK Level 5, students should focus on the use of 喊 in various contexts, such as asking someone to come over or expressing excitement. It connects with other verbs expressing action or emotion, enhancing students' vocabulary for dynamic situations.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, shouting or calling out is often associated with festivals or public celebrations, where loud voices are used to attract attention and create a lively atmosphere.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misuse 喊 in contexts where a softer call is appropriate, mistakenly saying '我喊他' (wǒ hǎn tā - 'I yell at him') instead of '我叫他' (wǒ jiào tā - 'I call him'). Ensure you match the intensity of the call with the right verb.
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Grammar Patterns of 喊
喊 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.
Amy lifted her arm to wave. "Goodbye," she called.
Cultural Notes for 喊
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese culture, shouting or calling out is often associated with festivals or public celebrations, where loud voices are used to attract attention and create a lively atmosphere.
Word Family of 喊
Words Containing This Character16
喊hǎnto yell
大喊大叫to rant
大喊to shout
呐喊nàhǎnshout吶喊
呼喊to shout (slogans etc)
叫喊outcry
喊叫to cry out
哭喊to wail
高喊to shout loudly
喊声to yell喊聲
喊冤to cry out a grievance
摇旗呐喊to give support to搖旗吶喊
空喊idle clamor
嘶喊to shout
人喊马嘶hubbub人喊馬嘶
吆喊to shout
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Compound Meaning
What does 喊 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 喊
No, 喊 is generally informal and best used in casual conversations or expressive scenarios.
Yes, you can use 喊 to call out someone's name, especially if you want to get their attention quickly.
While both mean to call out, 喊 is more forceful and typically used for yelling, while 叫 is more general and can refer to calling someone in a softer tone.
