喷 (pēn) - To spurt, gush, spray & to erupt, burst forth

喷Tone 1

pēn ｜ 12 strokes ｜ radical:

柠七

喷 · pēn

To spurt, gush, spray;

to erupt, burst forth;

to spout, spew;

to express strong emotions like anger or laughter.

To spurt, gush, sprayto erupt, burst forthto spout, spew

Usage highlights

Spray waterVolcanic eruptionSpray paintSprinkler systemFountainSpurt blood

Synonyms

  • 射— to shoot, eject
  • 涌— to gush, surge
  • 爆— to burst, explode

Antonyms

  • 吸— to inhale, suck in
  • 收— to collect, gather in
  • 敛— to restrain, hold back

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The volcano erupted (火山喷发).
  • He sprayed water on the plants (喷水).
  • She burst out laughing (喷笑).
  • The angry man spouted insults (喷骂).

Collocations

  • Spray water(喷水)
  • Volcanic eruption(火山喷发)
  • Spray paint(喷漆)
  • Sprinkler system(喷灌系统)
  • Fountain(喷泉)
  • Spurt blood(喷血)

Idioms

  • Spurt blood from all orifices(七窍喷血)
  • Spurt with rage(怒气喷涌)
  • Spit and spray while talking(口沫横飞)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Associated with natural phenomena like geysers and volcanic eruptions in classical texts.
  • Used metaphorically for sudden outbursts of emotion, especially anger or laughter.
  • Modern usage includes technological applications like sprayers and printers.

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