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热闹
rènào
Description
“热闹”用来说一个地方人很多、很有气氛，声音也大，让人觉得很开心、很有活力。
"热闹" is used to describe a place with many people, a lively atmosphere, loud sounds, making people feel happy and energetic.
过年的时候，街上非常热闹。
During the New Year, the streets are very 热闹.
Meanings
热闹rènào
lively; bustling with noise and activity
这个市场很热闹。
This market is very lively.
热闹rènào
to have a lively, fun time together
大家一起来热闹热闹吧！
Let's all join in the fun!
看热闹kàn rènào
to watch the fun / a spectacle
很多人在门口看热闹。
Many people are watching the excitement at the door.
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Notes
- Nuance
热闹 is positive—lively and fun; 吵 (chǎo) means noisy in a bad, annoying way.
- Etymology
热 'hot' + 闹 'noisy/lively', literally 'hot and bustling'.
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