This is the 2335th most frequent Chinese word.

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Chaotic; messy; disorderly.


In this sentence, '乱' is used to mean 'messy' or 'disorganized', interpreting the physical state of the room.

这个房间太乱了,需要收拾一下。

This room is too messy; it needs to be tidied up.


Here, '乱' means 'carelessly' or 'recklessly', describing the manner of speaking that could lead to misunderstandings.

不要乱说话,会引起误会。

Do not speak carelessly; it might cause misunderstandings.


In this sentence, '乱' signifies 'chaotic' or 'disorderly', referring to the social conditions post war.

战争结束后,社会变得很乱。

After the war ended, society became chaotic.