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B1 noun/verb #6,500 most common 10 min read

共鸣

gong ming Top 6,500

Practice it Examples Notes & Tips 共鸣 in 30 Seconds

Explanation 共鸣 in your Level:

At the A1 level, you don't need to use '共鸣' (gòngmíng) in complex ways. Think of it as a very special way to say 'Me too!' but for feelings. Imagine you see a picture of a sad cat, and you feel sad too. You and the picture have a connection. In Chinese, we call this connection 'gòngmíng'. You can think of 'Gòng' as 'together' and 'míng' as 'sound'. It's like two bells ringing at the same time because they are the same. Even though it's a big word, you can remember it by thinking about how music makes you feel. If a song makes you want to dance, it's because you and the song have 'gòngmíng'. At this stage, just remember that it's a word for 'feeling the same way' as a story or a song. You won't hear people use it to decide what to eat for lunch. It's for bigger feelings, like love, sadness, or being brave. When you see this word, just think: 'Ah, these two things are vibrating together!' It's a beautiful way to talk about making friends with a book or a piece of music.

For A2 learners, '共鸣' (gòngmíng) is a useful word to describe your reaction to movies, books, or stories you hear in class. You might already know '我也一样' (wǒ yě yīyàng - I am the same). '共鸣' is a more 'grown-up' and precise way to express that. When you watch a movie about a student studying hard and you feel exactly like that student, you can say '这出戏引起了我的共鸣' (This play caused my resonance). You are starting to learn that Chinese words often come in pairs. '共鸣' usually goes with '引起' (yǐnqǐ - to cause). So, if a teacher asks, 'Do you like this story?' and it really touched your heart, you can say, '是的，它引起了我的共鸣.' This shows you are moving beyond basic adjectives like '好' (good) or '有意思' (interesting). It helps you describe the *connection* between you and the thing you are learning about. Remember, it's not just about liking something; it's about feeling that the thing 'gets' you. It's about shared experience.

At the B1 level, you should start using '共鸣' (gòngmíng) to discuss social issues and more abstract concepts. This is the level where you move from personal feelings to understanding how groups of people feel. For example, you might read a news article about environmental protection and notice that it '引起了广泛的共鸣' (sparked widespread resonance). This means many people felt the same way after reading it. You should also understand the physical origin of the word—resonance in physics—as it helps you visualize the meaning. In your writing, try to use the pattern '对...产生共鸣' (to produce resonance towards...). For instance, '我对这位作家的经历产生了强烈的共鸣' (I felt a strong resonance with this author's experiences). This level requires you to distinguish between '共鸣' and '同意' (agreement). You might agree with a policy but not feel resonance with it. Resonance implies an emotional or experiential link. If you've lived through the same struggles as a character in a book, that's resonance. If you just think the character is right, that's agreement. Using '共鸣' correctly at B1 shows a maturing grasp of Chinese emotional vocabulary.

At the B2 level, you are expected to use '共鸣' (gòngmíng) fluently in discussions about literature, art, and professional branding. You should be able to discuss '品牌共鸣' (brand resonance) or '情感共鸣' (emotional resonance) with ease. You will encounter this word in more complex sentence structures, such as '这种价值观在年轻人中引起了深远的共鸣' (This kind of value system has sparked profound resonance among young people). Here, the word is used to describe the alignment of values and beliefs. You should also be aware of its usage in psychological contexts, describing how a therapist might seek to find resonance with a patient's feelings. At this level, you can also use it to critique works of art. If a movie fails to connect with its audience, you might say it '缺乏引起共鸣的力量' (lacks the power to spark resonance). You should also be comfortable using adjectives like '深切' (deep/poignant), '广泛' (widespread), and '强烈' (strong) to modify '共鸣'. Your understanding should include the idea that resonance is a bridge—it connects the creator of a work to the receiver through a shared frequency of human experience.

For C1 learners, '共鸣' (gòngmíng) becomes a tool for nuanced cultural and philosophical analysis. You should explore how resonance functions in classical Chinese aesthetics and modern social movements. For example, you might analyze how a certain poem uses traditional imagery to '引起历代读者的共鸣' (spark resonance across generations of readers). You are now looking at resonance as a historical and collective phenomenon. You should also understand the subtle difference between '共鸣' and terms like '契合' (qìhé - to click/align perfectly) or '心领神会' (xīnlǐng-shénhuì - to understand with a mere glance). While '共鸣' emphasizes the shared vibration, '契合' emphasizes the perfect fit of two parts. In your own output, you can use '共鸣' to describe complex social dynamics, such as how a subculture finds internal resonance through shared symbols. You might also encounter it in scientific or philosophical essays discussing the 'resonance' of ideas across different disciplines. Your mastery should allow you to use the word in formal speeches or academic papers to describe the deep, often unspoken, psychological bonds that unite a community or an audience.

At the C2 level, '共鸣' (gòngmíng) is handled with the precision of a native scholar. You understand not just its common usage, but its role in the 'collective unconscious' (集体无意识) and how it facilitates the transmission of culture. You can discuss the 'aesthetic resonance' (审美共鸣) of a piece of calligraphy or the 'historical resonance' (历史共鸣) of a contemporary event that mirrors the past. At this level, you might explore the limitations of resonance—how cultural barriers can prevent resonance or how 'false resonance' can be used in propaganda to manipulate public emotion. You should be able to use the word in highly sophisticated constructions, such as '这种跨时空的共鸣，不仅是对艺术的肯定，更是对人性永恒性的见证' (This trans-temporal resonance is not only an affirmation of art but also a testament to the eternity of human nature). You are capable of using '共鸣' to discuss the very essence of communication: the attempt to find a shared frequency in a fragmented world. Your usage reflects a deep appreciation for the word's ability to describe the invisible threads that connect disparate human experiences into a coherent whole.

Practice it Examples Notes & Tips

共鸣 in 30 Seconds

共鸣 (gòngmíng) is the Chinese word for 'resonance,' used both for physical sound vibrations and deep emotional or intellectual connections to art, ideas, or people.
It is primarily used as a noun in phrases like '引起共鸣' (to cause resonance) or '产生共鸣' (to produce resonance) rather than a standalone verb.
In social contexts, it signifies a powerful 'Me Too' moment where an individual feels their internal reality is perfectly reflected by an external message or work.
While similar to 'agreement' or 'sympathy,' it implies a deeper, more spiritual alignment based on shared frequency or lived experience.

The term 共鸣 (gòngmíng) is a fascinating linguistic bridge between the physical world of science and the internal world of human emotion. At its most literal, scientific level, it refers to the phenomenon of 'resonance.' Imagine two tuning forks in a room, both tuned to the same frequency. If you strike one, the other will begin to vibrate and produce sound simply because they share that fundamental frequency. This physical transfer of energy without direct contact is the root of the word. In a linguistic context, Chinese speakers use this imagery to describe when a thought, a work of art, a speech, or an experience 'vibrates' at the same frequency as a person's soul or personal history. It is that 'click' moment where you feel someone else has perfectly captured a feeling you couldn't put into words yourself.

Physical Resonance: In physics, 共鸣 describes the increase in amplitude that occurs when the frequency of a periodically applied force is equal or close to a natural frequency of the system on which it acts. For example, a bridge swaying in the wind or a glass shattering from a high-pitched note.
Psychological Resonance: In social and emotional contexts, it refers to a deep, shared understanding. It is much stronger than simple 'agreement.' Agreement is a logical alignment; resonance is a spiritual or emotional alignment. When you read a poem and feel that the author is speaking your own hidden truth, that is 共鸣.

这部小说描写的生活引起了读者的强烈共鸣。(This novel's depiction of life sparked a strong resonance among its readers.)

You will encounter this word frequently in literary criticism, music theory, psychological discussions, and even political analysis. If a politician's speech 'resonates' with the working class, a Chinese news report would say it '引起了工薪阶层的共鸣.' It implies that the message didn't just reach the ears of the listeners, but it moved their hearts because it matched their lived experiences. It is a word of connection, bridging the gap between the individual and the collective.

Furthermore, 共鸣 is a high-register word. While it is understood by everyone, it carries a certain poetic or intellectual weight. Using it shows that you are moving beyond basic descriptions of 'liking' things and are beginning to describe the deeper mechanisms of human connection. It is often used to describe the success of a film, the power of a song, or the impact of a social movement. When a social media post goes viral because it expresses a common frustration, people will say it has '引起共鸣.' It is the 'Me Too' factor in linguistic form.

虽然我们文化不同，但对家人的爱是全人类都能产生共鸣的主题。(Although our cultures are different, love for family is a theme that all of humanity can resonate with.)

Mastering 共鸣 requires understanding its grammatical partners. In Chinese, this word functions primarily as a noun, and its usage patterns are quite consistent. You rarely see it standing alone as a simple verb in modern colloquial speech; instead, it is 'triggered' or 'felt.' The most common construction is 引起 (yǐnqǐ) + [Modifier] + 共鸣, meaning 'to cause [degree] resonance.'

Pattern 1: Cause and Effect: The subject is usually an object or idea (book, song, speech), and the target is the audience.
Example: 他的话引起了大家的共鸣。(His words sparked resonance among everyone.)
Pattern 2: Personal Experience: Using the verb 产生 (chǎnshēng - to produce/generate) to describe a feeling arising within oneself.
Example: 我对这个故事产生了强烈的共鸣。(I felt a strong resonance with this story.)
Pattern 3: Mutual Connection: Using 达成 (dáchéng - to reach/achieve) or 找到 (zhǎodào - to find) in collaborative or romantic contexts.
Example: 我们在很多问题上都找到了共鸣。(We found resonance on many issues.)

这首歌的歌词让很多在大城市打拼的年轻人产生了共鸣。(The lyrics of this song resonated with many young people struggling in big cities.)

When describing the intensity of the resonance, you can use adjectives like 强烈 (qiángliè - strong), 广泛 (guǎngfàn - widespread), or 深深 (shēnshēn - deep). For instance, '引起了广泛的共鸣' is a very common phrase in journalism to describe a policy or a social trend that everyone is talking about. It suggests a collective 'nod of the head' from the public.

In academic or technical writing, you might see 共鸣 used to describe mechanical systems. For example, '共鸣箱' (gòngmíng xiāng) refers to a resonance box or sound box in a musical instrument like a guitar or violin. Here, the word maintains its purely physical meaning. However, even in these technical cases, the underlying concept is the same: the sympathetic vibration of one thing in response to another.

好的演讲者知道如何通过分享个人故事来引起听众的心理共鸣。(A good speaker knows how to trigger the psychological resonance of the audience by sharing personal stories.)

In the modern Chinese-speaking world, 共鸣 is everywhere—from high-brow literary circles to the comments section of a viral TikTok (Douyin) video. If you are watching a reality TV show like 'Sisters Who Make Waves' or 'The Voice of China,' the judges will often say to a contestant, '你的歌声引起了我的共鸣' (Your singing sparked a resonance in me). In this context, they aren't just saying you sang well; they are saying your performance tapped into their own memories or emotions.

Social Media & Internet Culture: On platforms like Weibo or Xiaohongshu, users often comment '太有共鸣了!' (So much resonance!) when they see a post about common life struggles, like the difficulties of overtime work (996 culture) or the anxieties of modern dating. It serves as a sophisticated way of saying 'I feel you' or 'This is so relatable.'
Art and Film Reviews: Critics use this word to judge the quality of a work. A movie that is technically perfect but emotionally cold might be described as '难以引起观众共鸣' (difficult to spark resonance with the audience). Conversely, a low-budget indie film might be praised because it '引起了深刻的社会共鸣' (sparked profound social resonance).

那个关于北漂生活的视频在网上引起了巨大的共鸣。(That video about life as a migrant in Beijing sparked huge resonance online.)

In business and marketing, brand managers strive for '品牌共鸣' (brand resonance). This is the highest level of relationship a brand can have with its customers, where the customer feels the brand's values are an extension of their own. If you are in a marketing meeting in Shanghai or Singapore, you might hear someone ask, '我们的广告如何才能引起Z世代的共鸣？' (How can our advertisement resonate with Gen Z?). It's about finding that shared frequency between a corporate message and a human desire.

Finally, you will hear it in educational settings. Teachers might ask students if a particular historical event or a character's choice in a novel '引起了你们的共鸣.' This encourages students to look beyond the facts and connect with the material on a personal, emotional level. It is a word that transforms objective information into subjective experience.

真正的艺术不分国界，因为它能引起人类共同的情感共鸣。(True art knows no borders because it can trigger common human emotional resonance.)

While 共鸣 is a powerful word, learners often misuse it by treating it as a simple synonym for 'agreement' or 'liking.' Understanding the nuance of resonance versus opinion is key to sounding natural in Chinese.

Mistake 1: Confusing with 同意 (tóngyì): If someone says, 'I think we should eat pizza,' you cannot say '我有共鸣' (I have resonance). That sounds bizarre. You should say '我同意' (I agree). 共鸣 is for deep, emotional, or philosophical connections, not for choosing lunch or agreeing on a meeting time.
Mistake 2: Using it as a Transitive Verb: In English, we say 'The story resonated with me.' In Chinese, you cannot say '故事共鸣了我.' This is grammatically incorrect. You must use the '引起...共鸣' or '产生...共鸣' structures mentioned earlier. The resonance is something that is *caused* or *generated*.
Mistake 3: Overuse in Casual Contexts: While '太有共鸣了' is common online, using '共鸣' for every minor shared interest can sound overly dramatic. If you both like the same flavor of ice cream, use '我也喜欢' (I like it too) or '同好' (fellow enthusiast) instead. Reserve 共鸣 for things that touch the soul or reflect a shared life experience.

错误：我共鸣你的建议。(Wrong: I resonate your suggestion.)
正确：你的建议引起了我的共鸣。(Correct: Your suggestion sparked resonance in me.)

Another subtle mistake is confusing 共鸣 with 同情 (tóngqíng - sympathy). Sympathy is feeling sorry for someone from an outside perspective. Resonance is feeling the *same* thing because you have been there yourself. If a friend loses their job and you feel bad for them, that's 同情. If you also lost your job last year and you feel their exact pain, that's 共鸣.

Lastly, be careful with the word 共振 (gòngzhèn). While both mean 'resonance' in physics, 共振 is strictly technical/physical (like a bridge vibrating), while 共鸣 is used for sound and metaphorical/emotional resonance. You wouldn't say a bridge has '共鸣' unless the bridge is somehow singing in a way that touches your heart!

Chinese has several words that touch upon shared feelings and mutual understanding. Knowing when to use 共鸣 versus its cousins will significantly elevate your fluency. Here is a comparison of common alternatives:

共鸣 (gòngmíng) vs. 同感 (tónggǎn): 同感 literally means 'same feeling.' It is more casual and direct. You can say '我有同感' (I have the same feeling/I agree) in a conversation about the weather or a bad movie. 共鸣 is more profound and often implies a deeper structural or emotional alignment, typically triggered by art or complex ideas.
共鸣 (gòngmíng) vs. 默契 (mòqì): 默契 refers to a 'tacit understanding' or 'chemistry' between two people who work well together without needing to speak. 共鸣 is about the *feeling* of connection, while 默契 is about the *smoothness* of interaction. You might have 默契 with your doubles tennis partner, but 共鸣 with a poet you've never met.
共鸣 (gòngmíng) vs. 响应 (xiǎngyìng): 响应 means 'to respond to' or 'to answer a call.' It is often used in political or social contexts (e.g., responding to a government call for volunteers). While 共鸣 is internal and emotional, 响应 is external and action-oriented. You feel 共鸣, and then you might 响应 the call to action.

他的一番话让大家深有同感，并引起了强烈的共鸣。(His words gave everyone the same feeling and sparked a strong resonance.)

Other related terms include 志同道合 (zhìtóng-dàohé), which describes people with the same goals and path—often used for business partners or comrades. There is also 心有灵犀 (xīnyǒu-língxī), a beautiful idiom meaning 'two hearts beat as one' or having a telepathic connection, usually reserved for romantic partners or very close friends.

In summary, choose 共鸣 when you want to emphasize the 'vibration'—the way an external stimulus has hit a chord within your own internal experience. Use the alternatives when the connection is more about logic, action, or simple agreement.

How Formal Is It?

Fun Fact

The character 鸣 (míng) shows a bird (鸟) and a mouth (口), representing the chirping or crying of a bird. When combined with 'together,' it creates the poetic image of multiple voices or instruments crying out as one.

Pronunciation Guide

UK /ɡɒŋ miːŋ/

US /ɡɔŋ miŋ/

Equal stress on both syllables, but the tones must be distinct.

Rhymes With

光明 (guāngmíng) 聪明 (cōngmíng) 声明 (shēngmíng) 透明 (tòumíng) 文明 (wénmíng) 证明 (zhèngmíng) 姓名 (xìngmíng) 发明 (fāmíng)

Common Errors

Pronouncing 'míng' with a flat tone (mīng).
Pronouncing 'gòng' with a rising tone (góng).
Mixing up the 'ng' endings with 'n' (gon min).
Failing to sustain the 'i' sound in 'míng'.
Treating it as a single word without the tonal break.

Difficulty Rating

Reading 3/5

The characters are relatively common, but the abstract meaning requires context.

Writing 4/5

Writing the characters '共' and '鸣' is not too hard, but using the correct '引起/产生' structure is key.

Speaking 3/5

Tones are important; mixing up gòng and míng can make it hard to understand.

Listening 3/5

Common in media and TV, so you will hear it often if you watch Chinese shows.

What to Learn Next

Prerequisites

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Grammar to Know

Noun-Verb Collocations

引起 (yǐnqǐ) + Noun is a standard way to express 'to cause/to spark'.

Preposition '对' (duì)

我对...产生共鸣 (I produce resonance towards...).

Adjective Suffix '感' (gǎn)

共鸣感 (sense of resonance) follows the pattern of 幸福感, 孤独感.

Abstract Noun Usage

共鸣 is treated as an abstract concept that can be 'found' (找到) or 'lost' (失去).

Resultative Complements

引起了 (yǐnqǐ le) - The 'le' indicates the resonance has been successfully sparked.

Examples by Level

这首歌很好听，我很有共鸣。

This song is good; I have much resonance (I relate to it).

Simple Subject + 很 + 有 + 共鸣 structure.

我和你的想法有共鸣。

I have resonance with your ideas.

Using '和...有共鸣' to show shared feeling.

那个故事让他产生了共鸣。

That story caused him to have resonance.

Verb '产生' (produce) is used here.

我们之间没有共鸣。

There is no resonance between us.

Negative form '没有' + 共鸣.

老师的话引起了学生的共鸣。

The teacher's words sparked the students' resonance.

Standard '引起...共鸣' pattern.

这个电影很有共鸣感。

This movie has a strong sense of resonance.

Noun '共鸣感' means 'sense of resonance'.

音乐是我们的共鸣。

Music is our resonance (what connects us).

Using 共鸣 as a predicate noun.

你对这个有共鸣吗？

Do you have resonance with this?

Question form using '吗'.

这部纪录片引起了观众强烈的共鸣。

This documentary sparked strong resonance among the audience.

Adjective '强烈' (strong) modifies the resonance.

作者的童年经历让我产生了共鸣。

The author's childhood experiences made me feel a resonance.

Subject is a specific experience.

他在演讲中寻找与听众的共鸣。

He is looking for resonance with the audience in his speech.

Using '寻找...共鸣' (searching for resonance).

这首诗描写的情感很容易引起共鸣。

The emotions described in this poem easily spark resonance.

Adverb '容易' (easily) adds detail.

我们对保护环境有着共同的共鸣。

We have a common resonance regarding environmental protection.

Using '共同的' (common) as an adjective.

虽然我不认识他，但他的话让我有共鸣。

Although I don't know him, his words resonate with me.

Contrastive structure '虽然...但'.

这幅画在艺术展上引起了广泛的共鸣。

This painting sparked widespread resonance at the art exhibition.

Adjective '广泛' (widespread) is used.

你能不能写一些能引起共鸣的文字？

Can you write some words that can spark resonance?

Relative clause '能引起共鸣的' modifying '文字'.

这篇关于职场压力的文章引起了上班族的共鸣。

This article about workplace stress resonated with office workers.

Specific target group '上班族' (office workers).

好的广告应该能与消费者产生情感共鸣。

A good advertisement should be able to generate emotional resonance with consumers.

Phrase '情感共鸣' (emotional resonance).

他的成功故事在很多年轻人心中引起了共鸣。

His success story sparked resonance in the hearts of many young people.

Locative phrase '在...心中' (in the hearts of).

这种对家乡的思念之情，最能引起共鸣。

This feeling of homesickness can best spark resonance.

Superlative '最能' (can most).

我无法对这种生活方式产生共鸣。

I cannot resonate with this lifestyle.

Negative '无法' (unable to).

导演试图通过细节来增强电影的共鸣感。

The director tried to enhance the film's sense of resonance through details.

Verb '增强' (enhance) used with '共鸣感'.

这首歌的旋律和歌词都让人产生共鸣。

Both the melody and the lyrics of this song make people resonate.

Parallel subjects '旋律和歌词'.

在这次讨论中，我们达成了一种精神上的共鸣。

In this discussion, we reached a kind of spiritual resonance.

Phrase '精神上的' (spiritual).

该政策由于切中时弊，在民间引起了巨大的共鸣。

Since the policy hit home on current problems, it sparked huge resonance among the people.

Idiom '切中时弊' (hitting the mark on current ills).

优秀的文学作品往往具有跨越国界的共鸣力。

Excellent literary works often possess a power of resonance that transcends national borders.

Noun '共鸣力' (power/capacity of resonance).

他在作品中探讨的孤独感，引起了现代人的深切共鸣。

The sense of loneliness he explores in his work has sparked deep resonance in modern people.

Adjective '深切' (deep and poignant).

品牌如果不能引起共鸣，就很难建立忠诚度。

If a brand cannot spark resonance, it is hard to build loyalty.

Conditional '如果...就' structure.

这种复古的风格引起了那一代人的集体共鸣。

This retro style sparked a collective resonance in that generation.

Phrase '集体共鸣' (collective resonance).

通过分享类似的痛苦，他们之间产生了深厚的共鸣。

By sharing similar pain, a deep resonance developed between them.

Adjective '深厚' (deep and solid).

这出悲剧之所以动人，是因为它触动了人类共同的共鸣点。

The reason this tragedy is moving is that it touches common human points of resonance.

Noun '共鸣点' (point of resonance).

社交媒体上的这种情绪宣泄，往往能迅速引起共鸣。

This kind of emotional venting on social media often sparks resonance quickly.

Adverb '迅速' (quickly).

鲁迅的作品至今仍能引起读者的强烈共鸣，可见其思想的深刻。

Lu Xun's works can still spark strong resonance today, showing the depth of his thought.

Using '至今仍' (still to this day).

这种审美上的共鸣，超越了单纯的感官享受。

This aesthetic resonance transcends simple sensory enjoyment.

Comparison with '单纯的感官享受'.

历史的相似性往往会让后人对前人的遭遇产生共鸣。

Historical similarities often make later generations resonate with the plight of their predecessors.

Words '后人' (later generations) and '前人' (predecessors).

优秀的辩论者善于捕捉观众心理，从而引发共鸣。

Excellent debaters are good at capturing the audience's psychology, thereby triggering resonance.

Verb '引发' (to trigger/initiate).

当个人的命运与时代的脉搏产生共鸣时，伟大的作品便诞生了。

When an individual's fate resonates with the pulse of the era, great works are born.

Metaphor '时代的脉搏' (pulse of the era).

这种跨文化的心理共鸣，是全球化时代艺术交流的基础。

This cross-cultural psychological resonance is the foundation of art exchange in the era of globalization.

Compound adjective '跨文化的' (cross-cultural).

他并没有盲目跟风，而是寻找真正能引起内心共鸣的东西。

He didn't blindly follow trends but looked for things that truly spark inner resonance.

Contrast '盲目跟风' (blindly following trends) vs '内心共鸣'.

这篇文章对人性弱点的深刻剖析，引起了读者的反思与共鸣。

This article's profound analysis of human weaknesses sparked reflection and resonance in readers.

Paired nouns '反思与共鸣' (reflection and resonance).

这种宏大叙事在当今碎片化的信息时代，已难以引起广泛的共鸣。

This kind of grand narrative can no longer easily spark widespread resonance in today's fragmented information age.

Term '碎片化' (fragmented).

艺术的最高境界，莫过于实现创作者与欣赏者灵魂深处的共鸣。

The highest realm of art is nothing less than achieving a resonance in the depths of the souls of the creator and the appreciator.

Structure '莫过于' (nothing is more... than).

在这场民族危机中，这种爱国主义情操引起了举国上下的共鸣。

During this national crisis, this patriotic sentiment sparked resonance throughout the entire country.

Idiom '举国上下' (from the top of the country to the bottom).

他在哲学上的独到见解，虽在当时备受冷落，却在后世引起了震耳欲聋的共鸣。

His unique philosophical insights, though neglected at the time, sparked a deafening resonance in later generations.

Metaphorical use of '震耳欲聋' (deafening).

这种共鸣并非源于逻辑的推演，而是源于生命体验的重合。

This resonance does not stem from logical deduction, but from the coincidence of life experiences.

Structure '并非...而是' (not... but rather).

当旋律在空旷的大厅中回荡，每一个音符都仿佛在与建筑本身产生共鸣。

As the melody echoed in the empty hall, every note seemed to resonate with the building itself.

Personification of '建筑' (building).

通过对集体记忆的挖掘，该剧成功地引起了跨代际的共鸣。

By tapping into collective memory, the play successfully sparked intergenerational resonance.

Term '跨代际' (intergenerational).

思想的碰撞如果不能激发出共鸣，便往往会沦为无效的争辩。

If the collision of ideas cannot stimulate resonance, it often degenerates into ineffective arguing.

Verb '激发' (to stimulate/inspire).

Synonyms

感应同感一致契合

Antonyms

反感抵触

Common Collocations

引起共鸣

产生共鸣

强烈共鸣

情感共鸣

广泛共鸣

心理共鸣

共鸣箱

找到共鸣

深切共鸣

达成共鸣

Common Phrases

太有共鸣了

— Extremely relatable. Common on social media.

看到这个视频，我只想说：太有共鸣了！

共鸣点

— The specific point or aspect that causes resonance.

我们需要找到产品与用户的共鸣点。

引起广泛共鸣

— To spark widespread resonance among a large group.

这个环保倡议引起了广泛共鸣。

产生强烈共鸣

— To generate a very strong emotional response of sharing the same feeling.

这种经历让很多漂泊在外的人产生强烈共鸣。

缺乏共鸣

— Lacking the ability to connect with the audience.

这部作品因为脱离生活而缺乏共鸣。

艺术共鸣

— The connection felt when viewing or experiencing art.

艺术共鸣是跨越语言的。

共鸣感

— The general sense or feeling of being able to relate.

这个故事缺乏共鸣感，让人读不下去。

与之共鸣

— To resonate with something mentioned.

他笔下的世界让人心生向往，并与之共鸣。

思想共鸣

— Resonance on an intellectual or ideological level.

哲学家们在真理的追求中产生思想共鸣。

灵魂共鸣

— A very deep, spiritual connection (often used poetically).

他们是灵魂共鸣的伴侣。

Often Confused With

共鸣 vs 同意 (tóngyì)

Agreement is intellectual/logical; resonance is emotional/experiential.

共鸣 vs 同情 (tóngqíng)

Sympathy is feeling bad for someone; resonance is feeling the SAME as them.

共鸣 vs 共振 (gòngzhèn)

Gongzhen is strictly for physics (vibrating bridges); Gongming is for sound and metaphors.

Idioms & Expressions

"心有灵犀"

— Hearts linked by a common thread; telepathic understanding.

他们两人心有灵犀，不用说话就知道对方在想什么。

Literary/Romantic

"志同道合"

— To share the same ambitions and follow the same path.

我们是一群志同道合的朋友，一起为了梦想奋斗。

Formal/Positive

"如出一辙"

— To be exactly the same (often used for methods or mistakes).

这两篇报道的观点如出一辙，显然是互相参考了。

Neutral/Formal

"同气相求"

— People with similar characters or tastes naturally seek each other out.

文人之间往往同气相求，互相欣赏。

Literary

"惺惺相惜"

— People of talent or character appreciating each other.

两位英雄惺惺相惜，结为了好友。

Literary/Positive

"异口同声"

— To say the same thing with one voice; unanimous.

大家异口同声地表示支持这个计划。

Neutral

"不谋而合"

— To happen to have the same view without prior consultation.

我们的想法不谋而合，真是太巧了。

Neutral/Formal

"心领神会"

— To understand or grasp a meaning without it being explained.

他递了个眼神，我立刻心领神会。

Literary

"情投意合"

— To be congenial; to have similar feelings and ideas (usually romantic).

他们两人情投意合，很快就结婚了。

Literary/Romantic

"通力合作"

— To work together with a common effort (implies shared purpose).

只有大家通力合作，才能完成这个项目。

Formal

Easily Confused

共鸣 vs 同感

Both mean 'same feeling.'

同感 is simpler and more casual. 共鸣 is deeper and often triggered by art.

我对你的建议有同感 (I agree with your suggestion). 这首诗引起了我的共鸣 (This poem moved me deeply).

共鸣 vs 响应

Both involve a reaction to something.

响应 is an action (responding to a call). 共鸣 is an internal feeling.

大家响应号召去种树。他的演讲引起了共鸣。

共鸣 vs 默契

Both involve shared understanding.

默契 is about working together smoothly without words. 共鸣 is about feeling the same way.

这对搭档很有默契。我和这位作者有共鸣。

共鸣 vs 契合

Both mean 'matching up.'

契合 is more about the fit of ideas. 共鸣 is about the 'vibration' or emotion.

我们的计划非常契合。他的经历引起了我的共鸣。

共鸣 vs 感应

Both mean a response.

感应 is often used for physical induction or telepathy. 共鸣 is for shared human experience.

电磁感应 (Electromagnetic induction). 情感共鸣。

Sentence Patterns

A 引起了 B 的共鸣

这个故事引起了我的共鸣。

对 ... 产生共鸣

我对这首歌产生了共鸣。

有 ... 的共鸣感

这部电影很有时代的共鸣感。

引起广泛/强烈的共鸣

他的话在网上引起了广泛的共鸣。

寻找 ... 的共鸣点

我们要寻找观众的共鸣点。

达成精神上的共鸣

我们在艺术追求上达成了精神上的共鸣。

缺乏引起共鸣的力量

这种虚假的情感缺乏引起共鸣的力量。

灵魂深处的共鸣

那是两个灵魂深处的共鸣。

Word Family

Nouns

共鸣感 (Sense of resonance)

共鸣箱 (Resonance box)

共鸣腔 (Resonance cavity)

Verbs

共鸣 (To resonate - though usually noun + verb construction)

Adjectives

有共鸣的 (Resonant/Relatable)

能引起共鸣的 (Able to spark resonance)

共振

同感

契合

响应

鸣响

How to Use It

frequency

Very common in media, literature, and intellectual discussions.

Common Mistakes

我共鸣你。 → 你的话引起了我的共鸣。
共鸣 is a noun, not a transitive verb in this context.
这顿饭引起了我的共鸣。 → 这顿饭让我想起了家乡的味道。
共鸣 is usually for abstract ideas or art, not for simple sensory pleasures like food.
我和他共鸣在电影上。 → 我和他在电影方面产生了共鸣。
Need the verb '产生' and the correct prepositional structure.
物理上的共鸣叫共鸣。 → 物理上的共振通常叫共振，声音的才叫共鸣。
Distinguishing between acoustic resonance (共鸣) and mechanical resonance (共振).
共鸣你的看法。 → 我对你的看法深有同感。
For simple opinions, '同感' is more natural than '共鸣'.

Tips

Verb Pairing

Always remember to pair it with '引起' (yǐnqǐ) or '产生' (chǎnshēng). This is the most common mistake for English speakers.

The 'Zhiyin' Connection

Think of 共鸣 as finding your 'Zhiyin' (soulmate of sound). It carries a historical weight of deep friendship.

Resonance vs. Agreement

Use it when your heart vibrates, not just when your brain says 'yes.' It's an emotional word.

Tone Mastery

Gòng (4th) is a sharp drop; Míng (2nd) is a steady rise. Mastering this pair makes you sound sophisticated.

Professional Reviews

If you are writing a review for a movie or book, using '引起共鸣' will instantly make your review look more professional.

Listen for Modifiers

Listen for words like '强烈' (strong) or '广泛' (widespread) before '共鸣' to understand the scale of the feeling.

Related Idioms

Learn '心有灵犀' along with '共鸣' to have a more poetic way to describe deep connections.

Business Context

In marketing, '品牌共鸣' (brand resonance) is a key term. It means customers feel a personal bond with the brand.

Emotional Intelligence

Using '共鸣' shows you have the emotional vocabulary to describe complex human interactions.

Internet Relatability

If you see something you like on Douyin, comment '太有共鸣了!' to join the conversation like a native.

Memorize It

Mnemonic

Imagine a big metal GONG (Gòng) and a bell that starts SINGING (Míng) when the gong is hit. They are ringing together!

Visual Association

Picture two tuning forks vibrating side-by-side. One is the 'book' and the other is 'your heart.' They are both moving in the same way.

Word Web

Art Music Empathy Vibration Shared Experience Poetry Connection Soul

Challenge

Try to find one song today that '引起了你的共鸣' and explain to a friend (in Chinese) why it made you feel that way.

Word Origin

The word is composed of two characters: 共 (gòng), meaning 'together' or 'common', and 鸣 (míng), meaning 'to cry out' or 'to make a sound' (originally used for birds).

Original meaning: The literal meaning was 'to sound together.' It originated in ancient music and physics to describe how one instrument would sound if a similar one nearby was played.

Sino-Tibetan (Chinese).

Cultural Context

Resonance is generally positive or neutral, but can be used to describe the resonance of negative emotions (like shared anger or grief).

In English, we often use 'resonate' as a verb (e.g., 'That resonates with me'). In Chinese, you must remember to use the noun-based structure '引起我的共鸣'.

The story of Bo Ya and Zhong Ziqi (High Mountain and Flowing Water). Modern Mandopop songs like 'Ordinary Road' (平凡之路) which sparked massive national resonance. The viral essay 'The Death of a Middle-Class Teacher' which caused a 'resonance storm' in China.

Practice in Real Life

Real-World Contexts

Music & Art Criticism

艺术共鸣
旋律优美，引起共鸣
触及灵魂
表现力强

Social Media

太有共鸣了
戳中泪点
感同身受
转发支持

Marketing & Branding

品牌共鸣
用户痛点
情感营销
建立连接

Public Speaking

引起听众共鸣
分享经历
寻找共同点
打动人心

Interpersonal Relationships

产生共鸣
三观一致
理解万岁
心灵伴侣

Conversation Starters

"你最近看过的哪部电影让你最有共鸣？ (Which movie you watched recently made you feel the most resonance?)"

"你觉得这首歌的歌词能引起年轻人的共鸣吗？ (Do you think the lyrics of this song can spark resonance among young people?)"

"为什么有些故事虽然很简单，却能引起广泛的共鸣？ (Why are some stories, though simple, able to spark widespread resonance?)"

"在你的文化里，什么样的电影最容易引起共鸣？ (In your culture, what kind of movies most easily spark resonance?)"

"你有没有过这种经历：读一本书的时候觉得作者在写你自己？ (Have you ever had this experience: reading a book and feeling like the author is writing about you?)"

Journal Prompts

写一写最近一件让你产生强烈共鸣的事情。 (Write about something that recently sparked a strong resonance in you.)

你认为“共鸣”在人与人的交往中有多重要？ (How important do you think 'resonance' is in interpersonal relationships?)

分析一部你喜欢的文学作品，说说它为什么能引起读者的共鸣。 (Analyze a literary work you like and explain why it can spark resonance in readers.)

如果你是一个导演，你会如何拍摄一部能引起社会共鸣的电影？ (If you were a director, how would you film a movie that can spark social resonance?)

讨论一下互联网是如何改变人们产生共鸣的方式的。 (Discuss how the internet has changed the way people generate resonance.)

Frequently Asked Questions

10 questions

In modern Chinese, it is rarely used as a standalone verb (e.g., 'I gongming you'). It is almost always a noun used with '引起' or '产生'. Example: '引起共鸣' (spark resonance).

同感 (tónggǎn) is like saying 'I feel the same way' about a specific point or opinion. 共鸣 (gòngmíng) is more profound, suggesting a deep emotional connection, often with a piece of art or a life story.

Yes, it is the standard term for 'acoustic resonance.' However, for mechanical resonance (like a bridge or a building), '共振' (gòngzhèn) is more common.

The most natural way is '这引起了我的共鸣' (Zhè yǐnqǐle wǒ de gòngmíng) or '我对这产生了共鸣' (Wǒ duì zhè chǎnshēngle gòngmíng).

Generally, no. You wouldn't say a pizza '引起共鸣' unless it's a pizza that reminds you so much of your childhood home that it makes you cry. It's for emotions, not just 'liking'.

It is neutral to formal. It's perfect for a book review or a deep conversation, but might be a bit heavy for choosing which movie to watch on a Friday night.

It refers to the resonance box or sound box of a musical instrument, like the hollow body of a guitar.

Yes! You can say '我们之间有精神共鸣' (We have spiritual resonance), which means you understand each other on a very deep level.

It's not exactly slang, but it's a very common 'internet phrase' used to show that you find a post or video extremely relatable.

It is written as 共鸣. 共 has 6 strokes, and 鸣 has 8 strokes.