(chuǎng) - to rush & to charge

Tone 3

chuǎng | 6 strokes | radical: 门

· chuǎng

to rush;

to charge;

to break through;

to temper oneself through experience;

to barge in

to rushto chargeto break through

Usage highlights

to rush into venture outto break throughto barge into gain experienceto force one's way

Synonyms

  • to charge, to rush
  • to break through, to dash
  • to run, to rush

Antonyms

  • 退to retreat, to withdraw
  • to guard, to defend

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He rushed into the room (闯进房间).
  • She ventured into society to gain experience (闯荡社会).
  • The car broke through the barrier (闯过障碍).
  • Don't barge in without knocking (不要闯进来).

Collocations

  • to rush in(闯进)
  • to venture out(闯荡)
  • to break through(闯过)
  • to barge in(闯入)
  • to gain experience(闯练)
  • to force one's way(闯关)

Idioms

  • To rush south and north(走南闯北)
  • To rush recklessly(横冲直闯)
  • To break into the world and make a name(闯荡江湖)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Originally depicted a horse charging through a gate, symbolizing bold action and breakthrough.
  • In modern usage, often associated with entrepreneurship and venturing into new territories.
  • Represents the spirit of adventure and risk-taking in Chinese culture.

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