嗏 (chā) - An interjection or particle used in classical Chinese & also used as a final particle in some

嗏Tone 1

chā ｜ 12 strokes ｜ radical:

偲嫦

嗏 · chā

An interjection or particle used in classical Chinese and dialects to express surprise, emphasis, or to get attention;

also used as a final particle in some dialects.

An interjection or particle used in classical Chinesealso used as a final particle in some

Usage highlights

Interjection of surpriseFinal particleClassical interjectionFolk song particleDialectal emphasis

Synonyms

  • 呀— interjection expressing surprise
  • 哎— interjection calling attention

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He exclaimed in surprise (嗏！).
  • Used as a final particle in some dialects (好嗏).
  • Found in classical Chinese texts as an interjection (嗏，原来如此).
  • Appears in folk songs and operas (嗏，听我道来).

Collocations

  • Interjection of surprise(嗏！)
  • Final particle(好嗏)
  • Classical interjection(嗏，原来如此)
  • Folk song particle(嗏，听我道来)
  • Dialectal emphasis(正是嗏)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Primarily used in classical Chinese literature and regional dialects.
  • Common in traditional folk songs and operas as an expressive particle.
  • Rare in modern standard Mandarin but preserved in some southern Chinese dialects.

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