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猛
měng
Description
"猛"这个字表示很强、很快或者很厉害的样子。
The character "猛" indicates something very strong, fast, or fierce.
我们常说"猛烈"，也可以用它来说动物很凶。
We often say "猛烈" and can also use it to describe animals as very fierce.
Meanings
猛měng
fierce; violent; intense
外面的风很猛。
The wind outside is strong.
猛měng
suddenly; abruptly
他猛地站了起来。
He suddenly stood up.
猛měng
vigorous; energetic (of effort)
他学习很猛，进步很快。
He studies hard and improves quickly.
Related words
Notes
- Nuance
猛 often adds a sense of sudden force; 猛地/猛然 mean "abruptly."
- Etymology
character combines 犬 (dog) with 孟, originally describing a fierce animal.
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