热闹

熱鬧
rènao
adjective HSK 4 #7,634

Meanings

  1. 1 lively; bustling
  2. 2 exciting; fun (of an atmosphere)

Characters

Hot and noisy - the lively buzz of a crowded place.

Examples

HSK 2
Chūnjié de shíhou tèbié rènao.
It's especially lively during Spring Festival.
HSK 2
Dàjiā yìqǐ chīfàn, duō rènao a!
Everyone eating together - how lively!
HSK 4
Shāngchǎng lǐ zhèngzài dǎzhé, tèbié rènao.
The mall is having a sale, so it's especially lively.

Tips

culture
热闹 is a highly valued quality in Chinese culture. Holidays, weddings, and family dinners should be 热闹. The phrase 热闹 means to join in the fun or excitement, sometimes as a busybody.
usage
热闹 means to watch the spectacle or excitement, often as a bystander. It can be neutral or slightly negative (rubber-necking).

Stroke Order

nào