闖 (chuǎng) - To rush in & to charge

闖Tone 3

chuǎng ｜ 18 strokes ｜ radical:

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闖 · chuǎng

To rush in;

to charge;

to barge in;

to break through;

to trespass;

to venture boldly.

To rush into chargeto barge in

Usage highlights

To rush inTo break throughTo venture out into the worldTo trespassTo force one's way throughTo take risks boldly

Synonyms

  • 冲— to charge; to rush
  • 突— to break through; to dash
  • 冒— to risk; to brave

Antonyms

  • 退— to retreat; to withdraw
  • 守— to guard; to defend
  • 避— to avoid; to evade

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He rushed into the room (闯进房间).
  • The army broke through enemy lines (闯过防线).
  • She ventured into the business world (闯荡商界).
  • Don't trespass on private property (不要闯私宅).

Collocations

  • To rush in(闯进)
  • To break through(闯过)
  • To venture out into the world(闯荡)
  • To trespass(闯入)
  • To force one's way through(闯关)
  • To take risks boldly(闯劲)

Idioms

  • To go it alone(单枪匹马闯天下)
  • To rush in recklessly(横冲直闯)
  • To venture far from home(走南闯北)
  • To force one's way through barriers(闯关夺隘)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Originally described horses charging through gates, later extended to bold, adventurous actions.
  • Often used positively to describe entrepreneurial spirit and courage in Chinese business culture.
  • Can carry negative connotations when referring to trespassing or reckless behavior.

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