to meet by chance

JLPT N5 10 strokes

Words with this Kanji

Usage and Nuances

The character (féng) primarily means "to meet by chance" or "to encounter." It often appears in literary or formal contexts rather than everyday speech. It can describe unexpected meetings or occasions, especially during festivals or special events.

Common Collocations

  • (féng nián guò jié): "during festivals and holidays" — used to describe occasions when people meet or send greetings.
  • (féng kǎo bì guò): "pass every exam" — a fixed phrase expressing success in all tests.

Register and Tone

is somewhat formal and poetic. In daily conversation, people usually use 遇到 (yùdào) or 碰见 (pèngjiàn) for "meet." Using adds a literary or classical flavor.

Common Confusion

Do not confuse with (féng) and (péng) which can have different pronunciations and meanings in other contexts. Here, focus on the meaning "to meet by chance."

Example Sentences

We happened to meet a friend we hadn't seen for many years on the old

During festivals and holidays, he always sends blessings to relatives.

Passing every exam is his motto.