peng4呯
Jyutpingpeng4
Yalepèhng
Definition
The onomatopoeic sound of a loud bang, such as a gun firing or a gong striking.
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How it's used
Representing the sharp, sudden sound of an impact or explosion, this character functions primarily as an onomatopoeia. It is frequently paired with 聲 to clarify that it refers to an auditory event. Unlike some other sound words, it is rarely used as a verb in casual speech.
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