Definition
赫 is a bound morpheme (cannot be used alone as a word). It contributes the meaning 'conspicuous' or 'grand' to compounds like 显赫 (prominent), 赫赫有名 (illustrious), and 赫然 (suddenly / impressively). It is also a common surname.
b.f.
(bound form) conspicuousgrand
noun
a surname
Examples
- 。Tā dìwèi fēicháng xiǎn hè.His status is very prominent.
- 。Tā de jiāzú xiǎn hè yīshí.His family was prominent for a time.
- 赫。Zhè wèi xiānsheng xìng hè.This gentleman's surname is He.
Browse more HSK 7-9 words or search the full 43,000-word dictionary.