This is the 690th most frequent Chinese word.


A modal particle used to express affirmation, surprise, doubt, or emphasis; also softens tone.


In this sentence, '啊' is used as a modal or questioning particle to indicate curiosity or to ask for confirmation.

你要吃饭啊?

Do you want to eat?


Here, '啊' enhances the tone of the statement, expressing emotion or excitement about the fact being stated.

天气真好啊!

The weather is really nice!


In this context, '啊' is used to add emphasis or urgency to the exclamation, drawing attention to the warning.

小心啊!

Be careful!