Basic Insults · Chinese
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Chinese · 中文
Translation
混蛋
Romanization
Hundan
Pronunciation
hwoon-dahn
When to use it
Use this carefully. It can offend people and is included so learners understand meaning, tone, and risk. In Chinese, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.
Example
混蛋 — a risky phrase that can escalate a conversation for "jerk".
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FAQ
You say "混蛋" in Chinese. The romanized form is "Hundan", and a simple pronunciation cue is "hwoon-dahn".
This entry is marked as offensive. The usage note explains when the phrase is appropriate and when you should soften it.
Use "hwoon-dahn" as a learner-friendly pronunciation cue. The romanization is "Hundan".
Use this carefully. It can offend people and is included so learners understand meaning, tone, and risk. In Chinese, tone and relationship matter; when unsure, choose a polite version or soften your delivery.