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门

乚

攵

乚

竺

乚

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禾

乚

士

乚

纟

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门 (mén)

Door (noun):

A movable barrier used to open and close an entrance to a building, room, or vehicle.

Gate (noun):

A movable barrier in a fence or wall that allows or prevents entry.

Entrance (noun):

A way in or the act of entering a place.

Field or Category (noun):

Used metaphorically to refer to a field of study or a category.

Common Phrase:

关门 (guān mén)

Close the door (phrase):

To shut a door.

Example: 请关门 (Please close the door)

间 (jiān)

Between (preposition):

In the space separating two points, objects, or regions.

Room (noun):

A distinct space within a building that is separated by walls, floor, and ceiling.
Example: 房间 (Room)

Interval (noun):

A period of time between events.

Gap (noun):

An empty space or opening in the middle of something or between two things.
Example: 空间 (Space)

Common Phrase:

时间 (shí jiān)

Time (noun):

The indefinite continued progress of existence and events in the past, present, and future regarded as a whole.

Example: 我们没有很多时间 (We don't have much time)

闲 (xián)

Idle (adjective):

Not active or in use; free from work or duties.

Leisure (noun):

Free time when one is not working or occupied; the use of free time for enjoyment.

Free (adjective):

Not occupied or in use.
Example: 她有空闲的时间 (She has free time)

Common Phrase:

休闲 (xiū xián)

Leisure or Recreation (noun):

Activities done for enjoyment when one is not working.
Example: 休闲活动 (Leisure activities)

门

阅

闻

问

阅 (yuè)

Read (verb):

To look at and comprehend the meaning of written or printed matter by interpreting the characters or symbols of which it is composed.

Review (verb):

To examine or assess something formally with the possibility or intention of instituting change if necessary.
Example: 阅卷 (Review exam papers)

Common Phrase:

阅读 (yuè dú)

Reading (noun):

The action or skill of reading written or printed matter silently or aloud.

Example: 他喜欢阅读小说 (He enjoys reading novels)

闻 (wén)

Smell (verb/noun):

To perceive or detect the odor or scent of something using the nose.

Hear (verb):

To perceive with the ear the sound made by (someone or something).

Common Phrase:

新闻 (xīn wén)

News (noun):

Newly received or noteworthy information, especially about recent or important events.
Example: 这是今天的新闻报道 (This is today's news report)

问 (wèn)

Ask (verb):

To ask a question to someone in order to obtain an answer or information.
To seek information by asking a question.

Common Phrase:

问题 (wèn tí)

Question or Problem (noun):

A matter or topic requiring a response or a situation that needs to be dealt with.
Example: 我有一个问题想问 (I have a question to ask)

寸

封

寻

寸 (cùn)

Inch (noun):

A unit of length in the imperial and U.S. customary systems, equal to 1/12 of a foot or 2.54 centimeters.

Very short distance (noun):

A small measurement or a very short distance.
Example: 寸步不离 (Never leaving even for an inch)

Common Phrase:

尺寸 (chǐ cùn)

Size or Dimensions (noun):

The measurements of something in terms of length, width, and height.

Example: 我需要知道这张桌子的尺寸 (I need to know the dimensions of this table)

封 (fēng)

Seal (verb):

To close something securely, especially to prevent it from being opened or accessed.

Envelope (noun):

A flat paper container with a sealable flap, used to enclose a letter or document.

Common Phrase:

信封 (xìn fēng)

Envelope (noun):

A paper container used to enclose a letter or document.

Example: 请在信封上写上地址 (Please write the address on the envelope)

寻 (xún)

Seek or Search (verb):

To attempt to find something or someone.
Example: 他在寻求答案 (He is seeking answers)

Look for (verb):

To try to locate or discover something.
Example: 她在公园里寻找她的狗 (She is looking for her dog in the park)

Common Phrase:

寻找 (xún zhǎo)

Search for or Look for (verb):

To try to find something or someone by looking carefully.
Example: 他在寻找丢失的钥匙 (He is searching for the lost keys)

寸

导

导 (dǎo)

Guide or Lead (verb):

To show or indicate the way to someone; to accompany or escort someone.

Direct or Directing (verb):

To manage or control the course of something; to give directions or instructions.

Common Phrase:

指导 (zhǐ dǎo)

Guidance or Instruction (noun/verb):

The act of giving advice, directions, or instructions for doing something.

Example: 他给了我很好的指导 (He gave me excellent guidance)

攵

效

故

效 (xiào)

Effect (noun):

A change that is a result or consequence of an action or other cause.

Emulate or Imitate (verb):

To strive to equal or excel, typically by imitating.

Common Phrase:

效果 (xiào guǒ)

Effect or Outcome (noun):

The result or impact of a particular action or event.
Example: 这种治疗的效果很好 (The effect of this treatment is very good)

故 (gù)

Reason or Cause (noun):

The explanation or justification for an action or event.

Example: 他这样做是有他的缘故的 (He has his reasons for doing this)

Old or Former (adjective):

Pertaining to something from the past or previous times.

Example: 故人 (Old friend)

Common Phrase:

故意 (gù yì)

Deliberately or Intentionally (adverb):

Done with intention or on purpose.

Example: 他故意迟到了 (He was late on purpose)

攵

散

致

收

散 (sàn / sǎn)

Disperse or Scatter (verb, sàn):

To spread out or distribute things or people over a wide area.

Relaxed or Loose (adjective, sǎn):

Not tight or rigid; free from tension.

Common Phrase:

散文 (sǎn wén)

Prose (noun):

Written or spoken language in its ordinary form, without the structured meter found in poetry.
Example: 他喜欢写散文 (He likes writing prose)

致 (zhì)

Send or Deliver (verb):

To cause something to be received by someone.
Example: 请致电给他 (Please send him a message)

Express (verb):

To convey a thought or feeling in words or by gestures.
Example: 致谢 (To express thanks)

Common Phrase:

致敬 (zhì jìng)

Pay Tribute or Respect (verb):

To show respect or admiration for someone or something.
Example: 向英雄致敬 (To pay tribute to heroes)

收 (shōu)

Receive (verb):

To get or be given something.
Example: 他收到了礼物 (He received a gift)

Collect or Gather (verb):

To bring or come together from different places or over a period of time.
Example: 她收集了很多邮票 (She collected many stamps)

Common Phrase:

收到 (shōu dào)

Receive (verb):

To get or be given something.
Example: 我收到你的信了 (I received your letter)

攵

敢

教

政

敢 (gǎn)

Dare (verb):

To have the courage to do something.

Bold or Courageous (adjective):

Showing a willingness to take risks; brave.
Example: 敢做敢当 (Bold and responsible)

Common Phrase:

敢于 (gǎn yú)

Dare to or Be bold enough to (verb):

To have the courage or boldness to do something.
Example: 她敢于追求梦想 (She dares to pursue her dreams)

教 (jiāo)

Teach (verb):

To instruct or impart knowledge or skills to someone.
Example: 她教学生英语 (She teaches English to students)

Educate (verb):

To provide education or training.

Common Phrase:

教育 (jiàoyù)

Education (noun):

The process of receiving or giving systematic instruction, especially at a school or university.
Example: 他重视孩子的教育 (He values his children's education)

政 (zhèng)

Politics (noun):

The activities associated with governance and public affairs, especially the debate or conflict among individuals or parties having or hoping to achieve power.

Government (noun):

The group of people with the authority to govern a country or state.

Common Phrase:

政治 (zhèng zhì)

Politics (noun):

The activities or affairs related to governance, policy-making, and the exercise of power.
Example: 他对政治很感兴趣 (He is very interested in politics)

攵

改

数

救

改 (gǎi)

Change or Alter (verb):

To make something different or to modify something.
Example: 他决定改变计划 (He decided to change the plan)

Revise (verb):

To make corrections or adjustments to something.
Example: 改写文章 (Revise an article)

Common Phrase:

改变 (gǎi biàn)

Change or Alteration (noun/verb):

The process of making something different or the result of this process.
Example: 我们需要改变策略 (We need to change our strategy)

数 (shù / shǔ)

Number (noun, shù):

A mathematical concept used to count, measure, or label.

Count or Calculate (verb, shǔ):

To determine the total number of something or to perform a mathematical operation.

Common Phrase:

数学 (shù xué)

Mathematics (noun):

The abstract science of number, quantity, and space, either as abstract concepts (pure mathematics), or as applied to other disciplines such as physics and engineering (applied mathematics).

Example: 他在大学里学数学 (He studies mathematics at university)

救 (jiù)

Rescue (verb):

To save someone from a dangerous or difficult situation.

Aid or Help (verb):

To provide assistance or support to someone in need.
medical aid)

Common Phrase:

求救 (qiú jiù)

Seek Help or Call for Help (verb):

To ask for assistance in a situation where one is in trouble or danger.
Example: 他在遇险时向路人求救 (He called for help from passersby when he was in danger)

竹

箱

算

筷

箱 (xiāng)

Box or Chest (noun):

A container, typically rectangular, with a lid, used for storing or transporting items.

Trunk (noun):

A large, strong container used for transporting personal belongings, typically used when traveling.
Example: 旅行箱 (Travel trunk)

Common Phrase:

邮箱 (yóu xiāng)

Mailbox or Email Box (noun):

A physical or digital receptacle for receiving mail.
Example: 我每天都会检查我的邮箱 (I check my mailbox every day)

算 (suàn)

Calculate or Count (verb):

To determine the amount or number of something mathematically.
Example: 她在算账 (She is calculating the accounts)

Consider (verb):

To think about something carefully before making a decision.
Example: 他算是一个好人 (He is considered a good person)

Common Phrase:

算术 (suàn shù)

Arithmetic (noun):

The branch of mathematics dealing with the properties and manipulation of numbers.

Example: 他在学校里学算术 (He studies arithmetic at school)

筷 (kuài)

Chopsticks (noun):

A pair of small, slender sticks used as eating utensils, especially in Asian cultures.
Example: 筷子是中国传统的餐具 (Chopsticks are traditional Chinese utensils)

Common Phrase:

筷子 (kuài zi)

Chopsticks (noun):

A pair of small, slender sticks used as utensils for eating or cooking, typically used in Asian cuisine.
Example: 她用筷子吃饭 (She eats with chopsticks)

竹

简

等

竹

简 (jiǎn)

Simple (adjective):

Easy to understand or do; not complicated.
Example: 他的回答很简明 (His answer is very simple and clear)

Brief (adjective):

Using few words; concise.
Example: 她写了一封简短的信 (She wrote a brief letter)

Common Phrase:

简单 (jiǎn dān)

Simple or Easy (adjective):

Not difficult; easy to understand or do.

Example: 这个问题很简单 (This question is very simple)

等 (děng)

Wait (verb):

To stay in a place until an expected event happens, until someone arrives, or until it is your turn to do something.
Example: 我在等公交车 (I am waiting for the bus)

Equal (adjective):

Being the same in quantity, size, degree, or value.
Example: 两个人有等量的食物 (The two people have equal amounts of food)

Common Phrase:

等待 (děng dài)

Wait (verb):

To stay in one place or delay action until a particular time or event.

Example: 我们在等待结果 (We are waiting for the results)

竹 (zhú)

Bamboo (noun):

A type of fast-growing, woody grass with hollow stems, commonly used in construction, furniture, and as a food source.
Example: 竹子在中国很常见 (Bamboo is common in China)

Common Phrase:

竹子 (zhú zi)

Bamboo (noun):

The plant itself, which is used for various purposes such as building materials, utensils, and as a food source.

Example: 他们用竹子做了一个篮子 (They made a basket from bamboo)

竹

第

篮

笑

第 (dì)

Prefix for Ordinals (used to indicate sequence or rank, such as first, second, third, etc.):

Used to denote the order or position of something in a series.
Example: 她是第一个到达的人 (She is the first person to arrive)

Section (noun):

Can refer to a section or chapter in a book or document.
Example: 请翻到第十页 (Please turn to page ten)

Common Phrase:

第一 (dì yī)

First (adjective):

Refers to the initial position or rank in a sequence.

Example: 他在比赛中获得了第一名 (He won first place in the competition)

篮 (lán)

Basket (noun):

A container used to hold or carry things, typically made from interwoven materials such as wicker or plastic.
Example: 她用篮子装水果 (She uses a basket to carry fruit)

Common Phrase:

篮球 (lán qiú)

Basketball (noun):

A sport in which two teams try to score points by throwing a ball through a hoop. It can also refer to the ball used in this sport.

Example: 他喜欢打篮球 (He likes to play basketball)

笑 (xiào)

Laugh (verb):

To make sounds and movements of the face and body that show happiness or amusement.

Smile (verb):

To make a facial expression characterized by an upward curving of the corners of the mouth, usually showing pleasure or amusement.

Common Phrase:

笑话 (xiào hua)

Joke (noun):

A thing that someone says to cause amusement or laughter, especially a story with a funny punchline.

Example: 他讲了一个很好笑的笑话 (He told a very funny joke)

竹

管

答

笔

管 (guǎn)

Tube/Pipe (noun):

A long, hollow cylinder used for conveying or holding liquids, gases, or other substances.

To manage (verb):

To be in charge of, direct, or oversee.

Common Phrase:

管理 (guǎn lǐ)

Management (noun):

The process of dealing with or controlling things or people.

Example: 他在公司担任管理职位 (He holds a management position in the company)

答 (dá)

To answer (verb):

To respond to a question, statement, or situation.

To reply (verb):

To respond to someone in speech or writing.

Common Phrase:

回答 (huí dá)

To reply/To answer (verb):

To respond to a question, statement, or situation, typically in a verbal or written form.

Example: 她迅速回答了所有问题 (She quickly answered all the questions)

笔 (bǐ)

Pen (noun):

An instrument for writing or drawing with ink.
Example: 她用一支漂亮的笔写信 (She is writing a letter with a beautiful pen)

Brush (noun):

An instrument made of bristles, used for painting or calligraphy.
Example: 他用毛笔画画 (He paints with a brush)

Common Phrase:

毛笔 (máo bǐ)

Brush (noun):

A traditional Chinese writing and painting instrument made of animal hair and used with ink.

Example: 毛笔是中国书法的主要工具 (The brush is the primary tool for Chinese calligraphy)

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空

穴

究

空 (kōng)

Empty (adjective):

Containing nothing; not filled or occupied.

Air (noun):

The invisible gaseous substance surrounding the Earth, which we breathe.

Vacant (adjective):

Not being used or occupied; available.

Common Phrase:

空气 (kōng qì)

Air (noun):

The mixture of gases that we breathe; the atmosphere.
Example: 空气污染对健康有害 (Air pollution is harmful to health)

穴 (xué)

Hole/Cavity (noun):

A hollow space or opening in a solid object or surface.

Cave (noun):

A natural underground chamber or series of chambers, typically in a hillside or cliff.

Den (noun):

A secluded or hidden place where animals live or hide.

Common Phrase:

洞穴 (dòng xué)

Cave (noun):

A natural underground space large enough for a human to enter.

Example: 他们探险进入了一个巨大的洞穴 (They explored a large cave)

究 (jiū)

To investigate (verb):

To examine something thoroughly to discover facts or details.

To study (verb):

To learn about or analyze a subject in depth.

Common Phrase:

研究 (yán jiū)

Research/Study (noun/verb):

As a noun: The systematic investigation into and study of materials and sources to establish facts and reach new conclusions.
As a verb: To investigate or study a subject in detail.

Example: 他们正在进行医学研究以寻找新的治疗方法 (They are conducting medical research to find new treatments)

穴

穷

穿

窗

穷 (qióng)

Poor (adjective):

Lacking sufficient money to live at a standard considered comfortable or normal in a society.

Exhausted (adjective):

Used up completely; having no more resources or strength.

Common Phrase:

无穷 (wú qióng)

Infinite/Endless (adjective):

Having no limits or end; impossible to measure or calculate.
Example: 宇宙是无穷的 (The universe is infinite)

穿 (chuān)

To wear (verb):

To put on clothes or other items.

To pierce (verb):

To go through something or make a hole in it.

Common Phrase:

穿越 (chuān yuè)

To traverse (verb):

To travel across or through something.
Example: 我们穿越了沙漠 (We traversed the desert)

Time travel (noun/verb):

To move through time, especially into the past or the future.

Example: 他在小说中穿越时空 (He time travels in the novel)

窗 (chuāng)

Window (noun):

An opening in the wall or roof of a building or vehicle, typically fitted with glass, to allow light or air in and to enable people to see out.
Example: 阳光透过窗子照进来 (Sunlight shines through the window)

Common Phrase:

窗户 (chuāng hu)

Window (noun):

A framed opening in a wall or door that is fitted with glass or other transparent material, allowing light to enter and providing a view outside.

Example: 她站在窗户旁边看书 (She stood by the window reading a book)

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音

童

章 (zhāng)

Chapter (noun):

A main division of a book, typically with a number or title.

Section (noun):

A distinct part or subdivision of a written work, musical composition, or law.

Badge (noun):

A distinctive emblem worn as a mark of office, membership, achievement, or honor.

Common Phrase:

文章 (wén zhāng)

Article (noun):

A piece of writing included with others in a newspaper, magazine, or other publication.

Example: 我正在写一篇关于环境保护的文章 (I am writing an article about environmental protection)

音 (yīn)

Sound (noun):

Vibrations that travel through the air or another medium and can be heard when they reach a person's or animal's ear.
Example: 音乐是一种美妙的声音 (Music is a wonderful sound)

Tone (noun):

The quality or character of sound.
Example: 她的声音很柔和 (Her voice has a soft tone)

Common Phrase:

声音 (shēng yīn)

Voice (noun):

The sound produced in a person's larynx and uttered through the mouth, as speech or song.

Example: 她的声音非常动听 (Her voice is very pleasant)

童 (tóng)

Child (noun):

A young human being below the age of puberty or below the legal age of majority.
Example: 童年的记忆非常珍贵 (Childhood memories are very precious)

Juvenile (noun):

A young person or individual.

Common Phrase:

儿童 (ér tóng)

Child (noun):

A young human being below the age of puberty or below the legal age of majority.

Example: 儿童需要关爱和教育 (Children need care and education)

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亲

竟

意

亲 (qīn)

Relatives (noun):

People connected by blood or marriage.
Example: 亲戚在节日期间聚会 (Relatives gather during the holidays)

Close (adjective):

Having a strong bond or connection.
Example: 他们的关系非常亲密 (They have a very close relationship)

Common Phrase:

亲自 (qīn zì)

Personally (adverb):

Done by oneself without the help of others.

Example: 他亲自处理了这个问题 (He handled the matter personally)

竟 (jìng)

To one's surprise (adverb):

Indicating an unexpected outcome or situation.
Example: 他竟然忘了我的生日 (He surprisingly forgot my birthday)

Common Phrase:

竟然 (jìng rán)

Unexpectedly (adverb):

Used to express astonishment or surprise at something unanticipated.

Example: 我竟然赢得了比赛 (I unexpectedly won the competition)

意 (yì)

Meaning (noun):

The significance or interpretation of something.

Intention (noun):

The purpose or plan behind an action.
Example: 他并没有恶意 (He did not have any malicious intention)

Common Phrase:

意义 (yì yì)

Meaning (noun):

The significance or importance of something.

Example: 这个词的意义非常深远 (The meaning of this word is very profound)

立

新

站

立 (lì)

To Stand (verb):

To be in an upright position or to place something in an upright position.

To Establish (verb):

To set up or create something.

To Set Up (verb):

To put something in place or organize something.
Example: 立下目标 (To set up goals)

Common Phrase:

建立 (jiàn lì)

To Establish (verb):

To create, set up, or found something, such as an organization or system.

Example: 建立一个公司 (To establish a company)

新 (xīn)

New (adjective):

Recently made, introduced, or discovered; not existing before.
Example: 我买了一辆新车 (I bought a new car)

Fresh (adjective):

Recently received or produced; not stale or old.
Example: 新鲜的水果 (Fresh fruit)

Common Phrase:

新年 (xīn nián)

New Year (noun):

The time or period of the year when a new calendar year begins; a celebration marking the start of the new year.

Example: 我们在新年有很多庆祝活动 (We celebrated a lot during the New Year)

站 (zhàn)

Station (noun):

A place where people or vehicles stop for a particular purpose, such as waiting for a train, bus, or other transportation.

Stand (verb):

To be in an upright position on one's feet.

Common Phrase:

火车站 (huǒchē zhàn)

Train Station (noun):

A place where trains stop to pick up or drop off passengers.
Example: 我们在火车站等车 (We are waiting for the train at the station)

瓦

瓷 (cí)

Porcelain (noun):

A type of ceramic ware made by heating materials, generally including clay, in a kiln to temperatures between 1,200 and 1,400 °C. It is known for its whiteness, translucence, and high quality.

Ceramic (noun):

A broad term that includes porcelain, earthenware, and stoneware. It refers to items made from clay and fired at high temperatures.

Most Common Phrase:

瓷器 (cíqì) Porcelain (noun):

瓦 (wǎ)

Tile (noun)

A flat, thin piece of material used in covering floors, walls, or roofs. It can be made from materials such as clay, ceramic, or stone.

Clay Tile (noun):

Specifically refers to tiles made from clay that are often used in roofing or flooring.

Most Common Phrase:

瓦片 (wǎpiàn) Tile (noun)

瓶 (píng)

Meaning: Bottle, vase

Most Common Phrase: 花瓶 (huāpíng)

Explanation:

Vase. This word refers to a container used to hold cut flowers or for decorative purposes.

Example sentence:

她在桌子上放了一个漂亮的花瓶 -

"She placed a beautiful vase on the table."

够 (gòu)

Meaning: Enough, sufficient

Most Common Phrase: 不够 (bùgòu)

Explanation:

Not enough, insufficient. This phrase is used to indicate that something is lacking or not meeting the required amount or standard.

Example sentence:

这点钱不够买一辆车 -

"This amount of money is not enough to buy a car."

勹

句 (jù)

Meaning: Sentence

Most Common Phrase: 句子 (jùzi)

Explanation:

Sentence. This word refers to a group of words that expresses a complete thought, typically containing a subject and a predicate.

Example sentence:

这个句子很长 -

"This sentence is very long."

包 (bāo)

Meaning: Bag, to wrap

Most Common Phrase: 钱包 (qiánbāo)

Explanation:

Wallet. This word refers to a small, flat case that is used to carry personal items such as cash, credit cards, and identification documents.

Example sentence:

他的钱包不见了 -

"His wallet is missing."

白

皇 (huáng)

Meaning: Emperor, imperial

Most Common Phrase: 皇帝 (huángdì)

Explanation:

Emperor. This term refers to the sovereign ruler of an empire.

Example sentence:

清朝的最后一个皇帝是溥仪 - "The last emperor of the Qing Dynasty was Puyi."

的 (de)

Meaning: A particle used to indicate possession or to form adjectives

Most Common Phrase: 我的 (wǒ de)

Explanation:

My/mine. This phrase is used to indicate that something belongs to the speaker.

Example sentence:

这是我的书 - "This is my book."

白 (bái)

Meaning: White; bright

Most Common Phrase: 白天 (bái tiān)

Explanation:

Daytime. This phrase refers to the period of time during the day when there is natural light from the sun.

Example sentence:

白天很热 - "It is very hot during the daytime."

装 (zhuāng)

Meaning: To dress; to pack; to pretend

Most Common Phrase: 服装 (fú zhuāng)

Explanation:

Clothing or apparel. This term refers to garments or attire worn on the body.

Example sentence:

她的服装很时尚 - "Her clothing is very fashionable."

衣

衣 (yī)

Meaning: Clothing; garments; attire

Most Common Phrase: 衣服 (yī fú)

Explanation:

Clothing or garments. This term generally refers to items worn on the body, such as shirts, pants, and dresses.

Example sentence:

他买了一些新的衣服 - "He bought some new clothes."

袋 (dài)

Meaning: Bag; pouch; sack

Most Common Phrase: 袋子 (dài zi)

Explanation:

Bag or pouch. This term refers to a flexible container used for carrying or storing items, typically made from materials like paper, cloth, or plastic.

Example sentence:

她把书放进了袋子里 - "She put the book into the bag."

衤

衫 (shān)

Meaning: Shirt; garment

Most Common Phrase: 衬衫 (chèn shān)

Explanation:

Shirt. This term refers to a cloth garment for the upper body, typically having a collar, sleeves, and a front opening. It is usually worn by both men and women and can be formal or casual.

袜 (wà)

Meaning: Sock; stocking

Most Common Phrase: 袜子 (wà zi)

Explanation:

Sock. This term refers to a piece of clothing worn on the feet, typically made of soft fabric and often covering the ankle or lower leg. Socks are worn to provide warmth and comfort, and to protect the feet.

衬 (chèn)

Meaning: Lining; to line; to contrast with

Most Common Phrase: 衬衣 (chèn yī)

Explanation:

Shirt. This term refers to a type of garment worn on the upper body, typically having a collar, sleeves, and buttons down the front. It is often worn as an underlayer or in combination with other garments.

被 (bèi)

Meaning: Quilt; by (used to indicate passive voice)

Most Common Phrase: 被子 (bèi zi)

Explanation:

Quilt. This term refers to a thick, warm cover for a bed, typically consisting of padding enclosed between layers of fabric.

初 (chū)

Meaning: Beginning; initial

Most Common Phrase: 初步 (chū bù)

Explanation:

Initial; preliminary. This term refers to the first or early stage of a process or development.

Example sentence:

我们的计划目前只是初步的 - "Our plan is currently only preliminary."

裤 (kù)

Meaning: Pants; trousers

Most Common Phrase: 裤子 (kù zi)

Explanation:

Pants; trousers. This term refers to a garment for the lower body that covers each leg separately, typically extending from the waist to the ankles.

Example sentence:

这条裤子很合适 - "These pants fit very well."

禾

程 (chéng)

Meaning: Journey; procedure; rule; order; degree; distance

Most Common Phrase: 工程 (gōng chéng)

Explanation:

Engineering; project. This term refers to the application of scientific principles to design and build machines, structures, and other items, including bridges, tunnels, roads, vehicles, and buildings.

积 (jī)

Meaning: To accumulate; to store up; to amass

Most Common Phrase: 积极 (jī jí)

Explanation:

Positive; active; energetic. This term is often used to describe a proactive and enthusiastic attitude or approach towards something.

科 (kē)

Meaning: Branch of study; subject; department; field

Most Common Phrase: 科学 (kē xué)

Explanation:

Science. This term is used to refer to the systematic study of the structure and behavior of the physical and natural world through observation and experiment.

香 (xiāng)

Meaning: Fragrant; aromatic; incense

Most Common Phrase: 香水 (xiāng shuǐ)

Explanation:

Perfume. This term is used to refer to a fragrant liquid typically made from essential oils extracted from flowers and spices, used to give a pleasant smell to one's body.

秋 (qiū)

Meaning: Autumn; fall

Most Common Phrase: 秋天 (qiū tiān)

Explanation:

Autumn. This term refers to the season following summer and preceding winter, characterized by cooler temperatures and the falling of leaves from deciduous trees.

种 (zhǒng)

Meaning: Kind; type; species; to plant

Most Common Phrase: 品种 (pǐn zhǒng)

Explanation:

Kind/type/species. This term is used to classify or categorize different varieties within a group. It can also refer to a variety of things, such as plants, animals, or products.

To plant. As a verb, it means to sow or plant seeds.

禾

委 (wěi)

Meaning: To entrust; to delegate; committee

Most Common Phrase: 委员 (wěi yuán)

Explanation:

To entrust/to delegate. This term is used when assigning responsibilities or duties to someone.

Committee. It is often used in the context of a group of people appointed for a specific function or task.

秘 (mì)

Meaning: Secret; mysterious

Most Common Phrase: 秘密 (mì mì)

Explanation:

Secret. Refers to information that is kept hidden or concealed from others.

Mysterious. Implies something that is difficult to understand or explain.

Example sentence:

他们有一个秘密 - "They have a secret."

禾 (hé)

Meaning: Grain; cereal crops

Most Common Phrase: 禾苗 (hé miáo)

Explanation:

Seedlings of cereal crops. Refers to the young plants of grains such as rice, wheat, and other similar crops.

Example sentence:

农民们正在田里种禾苗 - "The farmers are planting grain seedlings in the field."

秀 (xiù)

Meaning: Elegant; outstanding; beautiful

Most Common Phrase: 优秀 (yōu xiù)

Explanation:

Outstanding. Refers to someone or something that is excellent or superior in quality.

Example sentence:

她是一个非常优秀的学生 - "She is an outstanding student."

移 (yí)

Meaning: Move; shift; change; transfer

Most Common Phrase: 移动 (yí dòng)

Explanation:

Move. Refers to changing position or location, typically over a relatively short distance. Can also imply transferring something from one place to another.

Example sentence:

他把椅子移动到窗边 - "He moved the chair to the window."

称 (chēng)

Meaning: To call; to weigh; to praise

Most Common Phrase: 名称 (míng chēng)

Explanation:

Name. Refers to the name or designation of something.

Example sentence:

这个公司的名称是“创意科技” - "The name of this company is 'Creative Technology'."

禾

利 (lì)

Meaning: Benefit; advantage; profit; sharp

Most Common Phrase: 权利 (quán lì)

Explanation:

Right. Refers to a legal entitlement or a privilege that individuals or groups are entitled to have or do.

Example sentence:

每个人都有接受教育的权利 - "Everyone has the right to receive an education."

和 (hé)

Meaning: Harmony; peace; and; with

Most Common Phrase: 和平 (hé píng)

Explanation:

Peace. Refers to a state of tranquility or quiet, often used to describe the absence of conflict or war.

Example sentence:

世界需要和平 - "The world needs peace."

租 (zū)

Meaning: To rent; to lease

Most Common Phrase: 房租 (fáng zū)

Explanation:

Rent. Refers to the payment made periodically by a tenant to a landlord for the use of land, a building, an apartment, or other property.

Example sentence:

他每月支付房租 - "He pays rent every month."

私 (sī)

Meaning: Private; personal

Most Common Phrase: 私人 (sī rén)

Explanation:

Private. Refers to something belonging to or for the use of one particular person or group of people only.

Example sentence:

这是我的私人事务 - "This is my private matter."

士

喜 (xǐ)

Meaning: Joy; happiness

Most Common Phrase: 喜欢 (xǐ huān)

Explanation:

Like; be fond of. Refers to having a feeling of pleasure or enjoyment towards someone or something.

Example sentence:

我喜欢看电影 - "I like watching movies."

志 (zhì)

Meaning: Ambition; will; aspiration

Most Common Phrase: 志愿 (zhì yuàn)

Explanation:

Aspiration; wish; volunteer. Refers to a strong desire to achieve something or the act of offering services willingly and without pay.

Example sentence:

他的志愿是帮助社区 - "He has the aspiration to help the community."

士

士 (shì)

Meaning: Scholar; soldier; gentleman

Most Common Phrase: 士气 (shì qì)

Explanation:

Morale. Refers to the confidence, enthusiasm, and discipline of a person or group, especially in a challenging or competitive context.

Example sentence:

士兵们的士气很高 - "The soldiers have high morale."

声 (shēng)

Meaning: Sound; voice

Most Common Phrase: 声音 (shēng yīn)

Explanation:

Sound; voice. Refers to the noise or auditory sensation produced by vibrations that are heard by the ear. It can be used to describe any type of sound, including speech, music, or natural sounds.

Example sentence:

他的声音很好听 - "His voice is very pleasant to listen to."

吉 (jí)

Meaning: Auspicious; lucky

Most Common Phrase: 吉利 (jí lì)

Explanation:

Auspicious; lucky. Refers to something that is considered to bring good fortune or luck. It is often used to describe events, objects, or conditions that are believed to be favorable or propitious.

Example sentence:

这个日子很吉利 - "This day is very auspicious."

翠 (cuì)

Meaning: Green; emerald

Most Common Phrase: 翠绿 (cuì lǜ)

Explanation:

Green; emerald. Refers to a bright, vibrant green color, often associated with the color of jade or fresh vegetation. It is used to describe things that have this vivid green hue.

Example sentence:

草地上的草是翠绿的 - "The grass on the lawn is emerald green."

羽

翻 (fān)

Meaning: To turn over; to flip; to translate

Most Common Phrase: 翻译 (fān yì)

Explanation:

Translate. Refers to the act of converting text or speech from one language to another.

Example sentence:

他能流利地翻译这篇文章 - "He can fluently translate this article."

羽 (yǔ)

Meaning: Feather

Most Common Phrase: 羽毛 (yǔ máo)

Explanation:

Feather. Refers to the soft, light covering found on birds, used for flight and insulation.

Example sentence:

鸟的羽毛很漂亮 - "The bird's feathers are very beautiful."

户

扇 (shàn)

Meaning: Fan

Most Common Phrase: 扇子 (shàn zi)

Explanation:

Fan. A handheld device used to create airflow, typically made of paper, cloth, or feathers mounted on a frame.

Example sentence:

她用扇子扇风 - "She uses a fan to create a breeze."

户 (hù)

Meaning: Household, door

Most Common Phrase: 用户 (yòng hù)

Explanation:

User. It refers to a person who uses a service, device, or system.

Example sentence:

这款应用程序有很多用户 - "This application has many users."

房 (fáng)

Meaning: House, building

Most Common Phrase: 房子 (fángzi)

Explanation:

House. It refers to a structure or building where people live.

Example sentence:

他们刚买了一栋新房子 - "They just bought a new house."

组 (zǔ)

Meaning: Group, organize

Most Common Phrase: 组成 (zǔ chéng)

Explanation:

To form or to constitute. It refers to combining multiple parts or elements to create a whole.

Example sentence:

这些零件可以组成一个机器 - "These parts can form a machine."

纟

统 (tǒng)

Meaning: To unite, to gather, system

Most Common Phrase: 传统 (chuántǒng)

Explanation:

Tradition. It refers to customs, beliefs, or practices that are passed down from generation to generation.

Example sentence:

春节是中国最重要的传统节日 - "The Spring Festival is the most important traditional holiday in China."

织 (zhī)

Meaning: To weave, to knit

Most Common Phrase: 组织 (zǔzhī)

Explanation:

Organization. It refers to a group of people who work together for a particular purpose, such as a business or a government department.

纟

续 (xù)

Meaning: To continue, to carry on

Most Common Phrase: 继续 (jìxù)

Explanation:

To continue. It refers to proceeding with something without stopping or after a pause.

Example sentence:

我们决定继续我们的讨论 - "We decided to continue our discussion."

绿 (lǜ)

Meaning: Green

Most Common Phrase: 绿茶 (lǜchá)

Explanation:

Green tea refers to a type of tea made from Camellia sinensis leaves and buds that have

not undergone the same withering and oxidation process used to make oolong and black

teas.

Example sentence:

我喜欢喝绿茶 - "I like to drink green tea."

细 (xì)

Meaning: Fine, Thin, Detailed

Most Common Phrase: 细节 (xìjié)

Explanation:

Details. This term refers to the small, particular, or intricate aspects of something, which contribute to its overall quality or understanding.

Example sentence:

成功在于细节 - "Success lies in the details."

经 (jīng)

Meaning: Classic, Scripture, Pass Through

Most Common Phrase: 经济 (jīngjì)

Explanation:

Economy. This term refers to the system of production, consumption, and distribution of goods and services in a particular geographic region or country. It encompasses various activities related to the management of resources and finances.

红 (hóng)

Meaning: Red, Popular, Prosperous

Most Common Phrase: 红酒 (hóngjiǔ)

Explanation:

Red Wine. This term refers to wine made from dark-colored grape varieties. The color of red wine can range from a deep purple to a lighter ruby shade. It is often enjoyed as a beverage and is associated with various cultures and cuisines.

约 (yuē)

Meaning: To arrange, To invite, Appointment, Approximate

Most Common Phrase: 约会 (yuēhuì)

Explanation:

Appointment/Date. This term refers to a prearranged meeting or social engagement between two or more people. It can be used in both professional and personal contexts to describe scheduled meetings or romantic dates.

纟

结 (jié)

Meaning: To tie, To knot, To form, To conclude

Most Common Phrase: 结构 (jiégòu)

Explanation:

Structure/Composition. This term refers to the arrangement or organization of parts within a whole, often used to describe the arrangement of elements in a system, the physical structure of buildings, or the composition of written works.

编 (biān)

Meaning: To compile, To weave, To edit

Most Common Phrase: 编辑 (biānjí)

Explanation:

Edit/Editor. This term refers to the process of preparing written material for publication by correcting, condensing, or modifying it. It also denotes the person who performs this task, known as an editor.

丝 (sī)

Meaning: Silk, Thread, Trace

Most Common Phrase: 丝绸 (sīchóu)

Explanation:

Silk Fabric. This term refers to a fine, soft, and lustrous fiber produced by silkworms, commonly used to make textiles and garments. It is known for its smooth texture and sheen.

Example sentence:

她穿了一件漂亮的丝绸裙子 - "She wore a beautiful silk dress."

级 (jí)

Meaning: Level, Rank, Grade

Most Common Phrase: 班级 (bānjí)

Explanation:

Class. This term refers to a group of students who are taught together in a school or a course. It can also denote the academic level or grade they are in.

Example sentence:

我的班级有三十个学生 - "My class has thirty students.".

维 (wéi)

Meaning: Maintain, Preserve

Most Common Phrase: 维持 (wéichí)

Explanation:

Maintain. This term means to keep something in a particular state or condition, often implying the need to uphold or support it to prevent deterioration.

Example sentence:

我们需要维持环境的清洁 - "We need to maintain the cleanliness of the environment."

纪 (jì)

Meaning: Discipline, Record, Chronicle

Most Common Phrase: 纪律 (jìlǜ)

Explanation:

Discipline. This term refers to the enforcement of rules or conduct, maintaining order and control in various contexts such as schools, workplaces, or military settings.

Example sentence:

学校非常重视学生的纪律 - "The school places great importance on student discipline."

纟

练 (liàn)

Meaning: To practice, to train

Most Common Phrase: 练习 (liànxí)

Explanation:

Practice. This term refers to the act of repeatedly doing something to improve skill or proficiency, often used in the context of learning or training.

Example sentence:

我每天练习写汉字 - "I practice writing Chinese characters every day."

线 (xiàn)

Meaning: Line, thread

Most Common Phrase: 线路 (xiànlù)

Explanation:

Line/Route. This term refers to a specific path or course, often used in the context of transportation, electrical circuits, or communication networks.

Example sentence:

地铁的线路非常复杂 - "The subway routes are very complex."

终 (zhōng)

Meaning: End, final, finish

Most Common Phrase: 终点 (zhōngdiǎn)

Explanation:

End Point/Terminal. This term refers to the final destination or the end of a route, journey, or process.

Example sentence:

跑到终点后，他终于松了一口气 - "After reaching the finish line, he finally breathed a sigh of relief."

纸 (zhǐ)

Meaning: Paper

Most Common Phrase: 报纸 (bàozhǐ)

Explanation:

Newspaper. This term refers to a publication, typically issued daily or weekly, containing news, articles, advertisements, and other items of interest.

Example sentence:

他每天早上都会读报纸 - "He reads the newspaper every morning."

绍 (shào)

Meaning: To introduce or to continue

Most Common Phrase: 介绍 (jièshào)

Explanation:

Introduce. This term is used when presenting someone or something to others, or when providing information about a person, place, or thing.

Example sentence:

她给我们介绍了她的家人 - "She introduced us to her family."

继 (jì)

Meaning: To continue or to follow

Most Common Phrase: 继续 (jìxù)

Explanation:

Continue. This term is used to describe the act of carrying on with an action, process, or activity without interruption.

Example sentence:

会议将在明天继续开下去 - "The meeting will continue tomorrow."

纟

给 (gěi)

Meaning: To give; to provide; to offer

Most Common Phrase: 给予 (jǐyǔ)

Explanation:

To give; to grant. This term is used to describe the act of providing something to someone or offering something.

Example sentence:

老师给予了我们很多帮助 - "The teacher provided us with a lot of help."

绩 (jì)

Meaning: Achievement; Accomplishment

Most Common Phrase: 成绩 (chéngjī)

Explanation:

Achievement: Refers to accomplishments or outcomes resulting from effort or work.

Accomplishment: Can denote the results of a task or project, often evaluated for success or performance.

成绩 (chéngjī): Grades/Results

Example sentence:

他的成绩很优秀 - "His grades are excellent."

绝 (jué)

Meaning: To end; to cut off; absolute; extreme

Most Common Phrase: 绝对 (juéduì)

Explanation:

Absolute; definite; unconditional. This term emphasizes the complete certainty or extremity of something, often used to describe something without any doubt or limitation.

Example sentence:

这是绝对正确的 - "This is absolutely correct."

绸 (chóu)

Meaning: Silk; silk fabric

Most Common Phrase: 丝绸 (sīchóu)

Explanation:

Silk fabric. This term refers to a type of fine and smooth textile made from silk fibers, often used for high-quality clothing and decorative items.

Example sentence:

她穿着一件丝绸的连衣裙 - "She is wearing a silk dress."

巾

帝 (dì)

Meaning: Emperor; sovereign

Most Common Phrase: 皇帝 (huángdì)

Explanation:

Emperor. This term refers to the supreme ruler of an empire, typically with extensive powers and authority over a nation or territory.

Example sentence:

在中国历史上，皇帝的权力非常大 - "In Chinese history, the emperor's power was very great."

布 (bù)

Meaning: To spread; cloth; to announce

Most Common Phrase: 公布 (gōngbù)

Explanation:

To announce or to make public. This term refers to the act of officially releasing or distributing information for public knowledge.

Example sentence:

政府决定公布新的政策 - "The government decided to announce the new policy."

巾

帽 (mào)

Meaning: Hat; cap

Most Common Phrase: 帽子 (màozi)

Explanation:

Hat or cap. This term refers to a head covering, typically with a brim, worn for various purposes such as protection from the weather, fashion, or as part of a uniform.

Example sentence:

他戴了一顶红色的帽子 - "He is wearing a red hat."

巾 (jīn)

Meaning: Towel; cloth

Most Common Phrase: 毛巾 (máojīn)

Explanation:

Towel. This term refers to a piece of absorbent fabric used for drying or wiping a body or a surface.

Example sentence:

请给我一条干净的毛巾 - "Please give me a clean towel."

币 (bì)

Meaning: Currency; coin

Most Common Phrase: 货币 (huòbì)

Explanation:

Currency. This term refers to the system of money in general use in a particular country.

Example sentence:

各国都有自己的货币 - "Every country has its own currency."

帅 (shuài)

Meaning: Handsome; commander

Most Common Phrase: 帅哥 (shuàigē)

Explanation:

Handsome guy. This term is used to refer to a good-looking man or a handsome guy.

Example sentence:

他是一个帅哥 - "He is a handsome guy."

师 (shī)

Meaning: Teacher; master; expert

Most Common Phrase: 老师 (lǎoshī)

Explanation:

Teacher. This term is used to refer to an educator or instructor who imparts knowledge and skills.

Example sentence:

他是我的老师 - "He is my teacher."

希 (xī)

Meaning: Hope; rare; to expect

Most Common Phrase: 希望 (xīwàng)

Explanation:

Hope. This term is used to express a desire or expectation for something to happen or to be the case.

Example sentence:

我希望明天天气会好 - "I hope the weather will be good tomorrow."

巾

带 (dài)

Meaning: Belt; to carry; to bring

Most Common Phrase: 皮带 (pídài)

Explanation:

Belt. This term refers to a strip of leather or other material worn around the waist to support or hold up clothing.

Example sentence:

他买了一条新皮带 - "He bought a new belt."

帮 (bāng)

Meaning: Help; assist

Most Common Phrase: 帮助 (bāngzhù)

Explanation:

Help or assistance. This term refers to the act of providing aid or support to someone in need.

Example sentence:

他需要帮助 - "He needs help."

常 (cháng)

Meaning: Often; frequently

Most Common Phrase: 经常 (jīngcháng)

Explanation:

Often or frequently. This term refers to something that happens regularly or repeatedly over time.

Example sentence:

他经常运动 - "He often exercises."

帐 (zhàng)

Meaning: Account; tent

Most Common Phrase: 账号 (zhànghào)

Explanation:

Account: A record or statement of financial expenditure or receipts related to a particular period or purpose. In modern usage, it often refers to a user account for accessing various online services.

Example sentence:

我忘记了我的账号密码 - "I forgot my account password."

钅

错 (cuò)

Meaning: Wrong; mistake; error

Most Common Phrase: 错误 (cuòwù)

Explanation:

Error: A mistake or inaccuracy; something incorrect or wrong. In various contexts, it refers to an incorrect action, statement, or judgment.

Example sentence:

这是一个严重的错误 - "This is a serious mistake."

钥 (yuè)

Meaning: Key

Most Common Phrase: 钥匙 (yàoshi)

Explanation:

Key: A small device used to open or lock something, typically a door or a container. It can also refer to a solution or crucial element in solving a problem.

Example sentence:

我找不到我的钥匙 - "I can't find my key."

Introduction

Welcome to our Concise Chinese-English dictionary. This dictionary features an innovative system for retrieving and querying Chinese characters. You can quickly find the character you're looking for with just a few simple clicks. The dictionary has a relatively simple webpage on your computer. In the top left corner of the page, there is a small box that displays the radical you have clicked. Next to it, there is a results display section.

The main body of the page consists of 104 radicals, organized according to the 26 letters of the English alphabet. Each letter corresponds to a set of four radicals, making up 26 groups in total. These 104 radicals are the most important components of Chinese characters. Additionally, next to each group of radicals, you will find related essential strokes and single characters.

Let's go over the usage and basic rules of this system.

Rule 1:

When looking up a Chinese character, refer to the page to find and click its primary radical. Radicals that appear on the left or top of the character take priority.

Rule 2:

Click on another secondary radical once the primary radical appears in the small box. The character you are looking for will appear in the corresponding position on the page.

Rule 3:

You can find the character you seek by combining a primary radical with a character stroke.

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Rule 4:

You can find the character you seek if you combine a primary stroke with a secondary stroke.

Finally, by clicking on the character on the page, you will get its specific definition.

In summary, based on the radicals and strokes provided by the system's page, there are three ways to find the character you want to look up quickly:

Select a primary radical and pair it with a secondary radical. (Here, a primary radical refers to a full-sized radical, and a

secondary radical refers to either another full-sized radical or a smaller-sized radical.)

Select a radical and pair it with a primary stroke. (A primary stroke is usually the most significant stroke. Following the principle of writing Chinese characters from left to right and top to bottom, the input order of radicals and strokes should follow this sequence.)

Select a primary stroke and pair it with a secondary stroke, which will help you find various characters with different structures.

This new character retrieval system currently includes nearly 800 of the most commonly used Chinese characters in its experimental phase, covering almost 80% of the common words. We look forward to releasing the official version soon and welcome the participation and collaboration of institutional investors. Thank you for your attention.

The following article will help us understand the composition of this retrieval system.

The Brief History

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Chapter One: Our Universe

Section A Genesis

一，二，三，王。

One, Two, Three, and King.

Section B The Earth

四，六，八，十。

Four, Six, Eight, and Ten.

Section C Yin and Yang

日，月，水，火。

Sun, Moon, Water, and Fire.

Section D Macro and Micro

山，石，田，土。

Mountain, Stone, Field, and Soil.

Chapter Two: Our Civilization

Section E Foundation

草，木，牛，羊。

Grass, Wood, Cattle, and Sheep.

Section F Environment

鸟，兽，虫，鱼。

Birds, Animals, Insects, and Fish.

Section G Family

手，足，儿，女。

Hand, Foot, Son, and Daughter.

Section H Individual

耳，目，身，心。

Ear, Eye, Body, and Mind.

Chapter Three: Our Customs

Section I Courtyard

门，对，文，竹。

Door, Facing, Cultivated, Bamboo.

Section J House

窗，立，瓶，菊。

Window, Stand, Vase, Chrysanthemum.

Section K People

白，衣，秀，士。

White, Clothes, Elegant, and Scholar.

Section L Lifestyle

羽，扇，丝，巾。

Feather, Fan, Silk, and Scarf.

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Chapter Four: Our History

Section M War

金，戈，铁，马。

Golden, Spear, Iron, and Horse.

Section N Battlefield

角，弓，力，尽。

Horn, Bow, Power, and Exhausted.

Section O Politics

冠，盖，又，集。

Hat, Canopy, Again, and Gathering.

Section P Diplomacy

车，走，舟，行。

Vehicle, Go, Boat, and Travelling.

Chapter Five: Our Philosophy

Section Q Sunset.

夕，阳，西，下。

Evening, Sun, West, and Down.

Section R New Era.

紫，气，东，来。

Purple, Air, East, and Come.

Section S The crisis is over.

疾，风，方，止。

Fierce, Wind, Just, and Stop.

Section T New order restored.

雨，过，天，青。

Rain, Pass, Sky, and Blue.

Chapter Six: Our Culture

Section U Entertainment

酒，食，延，客。

Wine, Food, Extended, and Guest.

Section V Friendship

宝，刀，见，示。

Treasure, Knife, See, and Show.

Section W Art

书，应，欧，米。

Calligraphy, Respond, Ou, and Mi.

Section X Literature

言，则，古，今。

Speak, But, Ancient, and Present.

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钟 (zhōng)

Meaning: Clock; Bell

Most Common Phrase: 时钟 (shízhōng)

Explanation:

Clock: A device used to measure and indicate time.

Bell: A hollow metal object that rings when struck, often used to signal or call attention.

Example sentence:

请看一下时钟 - "Please check the clock."

镜 (jìng)

Meaning: Mirror; Lens

Most Common Phrase: 眼镜 (yǎnjìng)

Explanation:

Mirror: A reflective surface, often made of glass, that reflects light and allows one to see their own reflection.

Lens: A transparent optical element used in eyeglasses to correct vision.

Example sentence:

我需要买一副眼镜 - "I need to buy a pair of glasses."

钱 (qián)

Meaning: Money; Currency

Most Common Phrase: 钱包 (qián bāo)

Explanation:

Money: A medium of exchange used to purchase goods and services.

Currency: The system of money in general use in a particular country.

钱包 (qián bāo):

Wallet: A small, flat case used to carry money, credit cards, and other personal items.

银 (yín)

Meaning: Silver; Money

Most Common Phrase: 银行 (yín háng)

Explanation:

Silver: A precious metal with a shiny white appearance, often used for coins, jewelry, and other valuables.

Money: In the context of currency, it can refer to financial institutions dealing with money.

银行 (yín háng):

Bank: A financial institution that accepts deposits, provides loans, and offers other financial services.

铁 (tiě)

Meaning: Iron; Metal

Most Common Phrase: 铁路 (tiě lù)

Explanation:

Iron: A strong, hard magnetic metal used in construction and manufacturing.

Metal: In the context of materials, it refers to the substance that is strong, dense, and often used in making various tools and structures.

铁路 (tiě lù): Railway

Example sentence:

铁路交通非常便利 - "Railway transportation is very convenient."

戴 (dài)

Meaning: To wear; To put on (accessories)

Most Common Phrase: 爱戴 (àidài)

Explanation:

To Wear: Refers to the act of putting on items such as hats, glasses, or jewelry.

To Put On (Accessories): Specifically involves accessories or adornments that are worn on the body.

爱戴 (àidài): To Admire and Respect

戈

我 (wǒ)

Meaning: I; Me

Most Common Phrase: 我的 (wǒ de)

Explanation:

I: Refers to the speaker or writer themselves.

Me: Used by the speaker to refer to themselves as the object of a verb or preposition.

我的 (wǒ de): My; Mine

Example sentence:

这是我的书 - "This is my book."

成 (chéng)

Meaning: To become; To accomplish

Most Common Phrase: 成就 (chéng jiù)

Explanation:

To become: Indicates the process of turning into or being made into a particular state or condition.

To accomplish: Refers to the completion or achievement of a task or goal.

成就 (chéng jiù): Achievement; Accomplishment

Example sentence:

他取得了很多成就 - "He has achieved many accomplishments."

戈 (gē)

Meaning: Dagger-axe; Ancient Chinese weapon

Most Common Phrase: 戈壁 (gē bì)

Explanation:

Dagger-axe: An ancient Chinese weapon with a long shaft and a blade mounted perpendicularly.

戈壁 (gē bì): Gobi Desert

Example sentence:

戈壁沙漠非常干燥 - "The Gobi Desert is very dry."

战 (zhàn)

Meaning: War; Battle; Fight

Most Common Phrase: 战胜 (zhàn shèng)

Explanation:

War: Armed conflict between different countries or different groups within a country.

Battle: A fight between armed forces.

Fight: A confrontation or struggle between individuals or groups.

战胜 (zhàn shèng): To Overcome; To Defeat

Example sentence:

我们必须团结一致才能战胜困难 - "We must unite as one to overcome difficulties."

划 (huà)

Meaning: To plan; To draw; To scratch

Most Common Phrase: 规划 (guī huà)

Explanation:

To Plan: To make detailed arrangements for achieving something in the future.

To Draw: To create a picture or diagram using a pencil, pen, or other tool.

To Scratch: To make a mark or line on a surface with a sharp or pointed object.

规划 (guī huà): Planning

或 (huò)

Meaning: Or; Perhaps; Possibly

Most Common Phrase: 或者 (huò zhě)

Explanation:

Or: Used to link alternatives, indicating that only one of the options can be chosen.

Perhaps: Used to express uncertainty or possibility.

Possibly: Indicating that something might happen or be true.

或者 (huò zhě): Or

人

从 (cóng)

Meaning: From; Follow; Obey

Most Common Phrase: 服从 (fú cóng)

Explanation:

From: Indicating a starting point in time or place.

Follow: To go after someone or something.

Obey: To comply with or follow the commands, restrictions, or instructions of someone.

服从 (fú cóng): Obey or Submission

Example sentence:

孩子应该学会服从父母的规定 - "Children should learn to obey their parents' rules."

众 (zhòng)

Meaning: Crowd; Multitude; Many

Most Common Phrase: 大众 (dà zhòng)

Explanation:

Crowd: A large number of people gathered together.

Multitude: A large number of people or things.

Many: Indicating a large number.

大众 (dà zhòng): General Public

会 (huì)

Meaning: To meet; Meeting; Association; Can; Be able to

Most Common Phrase: 会议 (huì yì)

Explanation:

To Meet: To come into the presence or company of someone.

Association: A group of people organized for a joint purpose.

Can; Be Able To: Possessing the skill or ability to do something.

会议 (huì yì): Meeting

合 (hé)

Meaning: To combine; To join; To unite; To fit; To be in agreement

Most Common Phrase: 合作 (hé zuò)

Explanation:

To Combine: To bring together different elements.

To Join: To connect or link together.

To Fit: To be the right size or shape.

合作 (hé zuò):

Collaboration or Partnership

全 (quán)

Meaning: Complete; Entire; Whole; Full

Most Common Phrase: 全面 (quán miàn)

Explanation:

Complete: Entirely finished or having all necessary parts.

Entire: The whole of something, without missing parts.

Whole: The full extent or entirety of something.

Full: Containing as much as possible.

全面 (quán miàn):

Comprehensive: Covering all or nearly all elements or aspects.

Overall: Including everything or all parts.

伞 (sǎn)

Meaning: Umbrella

Most Common Phrase: 雨伞 (yǔ sǎn)

Explanation:

Umbrella: A device used for protection against rain or sunlight, typically consisting of a collapsible canopy mounted on a wooden or metal frame.

雨伞 (yǔ sǎn): Umbrella

人

命 (mìng)

Meaning: Fate, life, destiny

Most Common Phrase: 命运 (mìng yùn)

Explanation:

命 (mìng): Refers to one's fate, life, or destiny. It can imply the inherent course of events in an individual's life.

命运 (mìng yùn): Fate or Destiny

Example sentence:

我们无法改变命运，但可以选择面对它的态度 - "We cannot change our fate, but we can choose our attitude towards it."

个 (gè)

Meaning: A measure word used for general counting; individual, one.

Most Common Phrase: 个人 (gè rén)

Explanation:

个 (gè): A versatile measure word often used to count people, objects, and abstract concepts in Chinese. It can also mean "individual" or "one."

个人 (gè rén): Individual or Persona

Example sentence:

这是我的个人观点 - "This is my personal opinion."

余 (yú)

Meaning: Surplus, remaining, extra; more than.

Most Common Phrase: 多余 (duō yú)

Explanation:

余 (yú): Refers to something that is left over or remaining. It can also imply something that is extra or in excess.

多余 (duō yú): Superfluous or Unnecessary

Example sentence:

这些装饰显得多余 - "These decorations seem superfluous."

拿 (ná)

Meaning: To take, to hold, to grasp.

Most Common Phrase: 拿手 (ná shǒu)

Explanation:

拿 (ná): Refers to the action of taking, holding, or grasping something.

拿手 (ná shǒu): Skilled or Proficient

Example sentence:

他最拿手的是烹饪 - "His specialty is cooking."

介 (jiè)

Meaning: To introduce, to recommend.

Most Common Phrase: 介绍 (jiè shào)

Explanation:

介 (jiè): Refers to the concept of introduction or recommendation.

介绍 (jiè shào): Introduction or Explanation

Example sentence:

我来介绍一下自己 - "Let me introduce myself."

金 (jīn)

Meaning: Gold, metal.

Most Common Phrase: 黄金 (huáng jīn)

Explanation:

金 (jīn): Refers to gold, a precious metal, and by extension can represent wealth or money.

黄金 (huáng jīn): Gold

Example sentence:

黄金是一种非常有价值的金属 - "Gold is a very valuable metal."

人

人 (rén)

Meaning: Person, human, people.

Most Common Phrase: 人类 (rén lèi)

Explanation:

人 (rén): Refers to an individual human being or people in general.

人类 (rén lèi): Humanity

Example sentence:

人类需要保护地球的环境 - "Humanity needs to protect the Earth's environment."

今 (jīn)

Meaning: Today, present, this.

Most Common Phrase: 今天 (jīn tiān)

Explanation:

今 (jīn): Refers to the present time or day.

今天 (jīn tiān): Today

Example sentence:

今天是个好日子 - "Today is a good day."

令 (lìng)

Meaning: Order, command, cause, make.

Most Common Phrase: 命令 (mìng lìng)

Explanation:

令 (lìng): Refers to an order or command; also used to indicate causing something to happen or making someone do something.

命令 (mìng lìng): Order, command

Example sentence:

他发布了一道新的命令 - "He issued a new order."

食 (shí)

Meaning: To eat, food.

Most Common Phrase: 食品 (shí pǐn)

Explanation:

食 (shí): Refers to the act of eating or food in general.

食品 (shí pǐn): Food products

Example sentence:

超市里有很多种类的食品 - "There are many types of food products in the supermarket."

以 (yǐ)

Meaning: To use, by means of, in order to.

Most Common Phrase: 所以 (suǒ yǐ)

Explanation:

以 (yǐ): Used to indicate the means or method by which something is done, or to express purpose or reason.

所以 (suǒ yǐ): Therefore

Example sentence:

我没有去，所以没有见到他 - "I didn’t go, so I didn’t see him."

含 (hán)

Meaning: To contain, to include, to imply.

Most Common Phrase: 含义 (hán yì)

Explanation:

含 (hán): Indicates that something includes or contains something else, or that something is implied.

含义 (hán yì): Meaning

Example sentence:

这个词的含义很深 - "The meaning of this word is profound."

马

验 (yàn)

Meaning: To test, to examine, to verify.

Most Common Phrase: 体验 (tǐ yàn)

Explanation:

验 (yàn): Refers to the process of testing or examining something to check its quality, accuracy, or validity.

体验 (tǐ yàn): Experience

Example sentence:

通过这次旅行，我体验到了不同文化的魅力 - "Through this trip, I experienced the charm of different cultures."

马 (mǎ)

Meaning: Horse.

Most Common Phrase: 马上 (mǎ shàng)

Explanation:

马 (mǎ): Refers to the animal horse, commonly used in Chinese culture and language.

马上 (mǎ shàng): Immediately; at once.

Example sentence:

我马上就到 - "I'll be there right away."

骑 (qí)

Meaning: To ride (an animal, bicycle, etc.).

Most Common Phrase: 骑马 (qí mǎ)

Explanation:

骑 (qí): This character means "to ride" and is commonly used in the context of riding animals or vehicles like bicycles and motorcycles.

骑马 (qí mǎ): To ride a horse

Example sentence:

他喜欢骑马 - "He likes to ride horses."

触 (chù)

Meaning: To touch or to come into contact with.

Most Common Phrase: 接触 (jiē chù)

Explanation:

触 (chù): This character means "to touch" or "to come into contact with." It can refer to physical touch or metaphorical contact, such as encountering something or someone.

接触 (jiē chù): To come into contact with

Example sentence:

他很少与外界接触 - "He rarely comes into contact with the outside world."

角

角 (jiǎo)

Meaning: Corner, angle, horn.

Most Common Phrase: 角落 (jiǎo luò)

Explanation:

角 (jiǎo): This character means "corner," "angle," or "horn." It can refer to the corner of a room, the angle in a geometric figure, or the horn of an animal.

角落 (jiǎo luò): Corner

Example sentence:

他在房间的角落里找到了那本书 - "He found the book in the corner of the room."

解 (jiě)

Meaning: To untie, to solve, to understand, to explain.

Most Common Phrase: 了解 (liǎo jiě)

Explanation:

解 (jiě): This character means "to untie" or "to solve." It can also mean "to explain" or "to understand," depending on the context.

了解 (liǎo jiě): To understand; to know.

我了解你的意思 - "I understand what you mean."

弓

弹 (tán, dàn)

Meanings:

tán: To play (a musical instrument), to pluck.

dàn: Bullet, bomb.

Most Common Phrase: 子弹 (zǐ dàn)

Explanation:

弹 (tán): When pronounced as "tán," it means "to play" a stringed musical instrument or to pluck something.

弹 (dàn): When pronounced as "dàn," it refers to objects that are shot or thrown, such as bullets or bombs.

子弹 (zǐ dàn): Bullet

强 (qiáng)

Meaning:

qiáng: Strong, powerful.

Most Common Phrase: 强大 (qiáng dà)

Explanation:

强 (qiáng): This character commonly means "strong" or "powerful." It can describe physical strength, power, or the strength of character or will.

强大 (qiáng dà): Powerful, strong, great.

引 (yǐn)

Meanings:

To lead, to guide.

Most Common Phrase: 指引 (zhǐ yǐn)

Explanation:

引 (yǐn): The character "引" generally means "to lead" or "to guide." It can also imply the actions of pulling, drawing, or attracting something.

指引 (zhǐ yǐn): To guide, to direct.

弓 (gōng)

Meanings:

Bow (as used in archery).

Something shaped like a bow or arch.

Most Common Phrase: 弓箭 (gōng jiàn)

Explanation:

弓 (gōng): The character "弓" refers to a bow, typically the kind used in archery. It can also describe objects that have a curved or arched shape.

弓箭 (gōng jiàn): Bow and arrow.

弱 (ruò)

Meanings: Weak, Lacking in strength or power.

Most Common Phrase: 弱小 (ruò xiǎo)

Explanation:

弱 (ruò): The character "弱" denotes weakness or lack of strength, either physically, emotionally, or metaphorically.

弱小 (ruò xiǎo): Weak and small; frail.

Example sentence:

他感到自己非常弱小 - "He feels that he is very weak and small."

张 (zhāng)

Meanings:

To stretch or expand; A surname.

Most Common Phrase: 主张 (zhǔ zhāng)

Explanation:

张 (zhāng): This character has several meanings, including "to stretch," "to expand," and "to display." It can also refer to a common Chinese surname and is used as a measure word for flat items.

主张 (zhǔ zhāng): To advocate; to support a viewpoint.

力

动 (dòng)

Meanings: To move; to stir; to act; to operate.

Most Common Phrase: 运动 (yùn dòng)

Explanation:

动 (dòng): This character generally means "to move" or "to stir." It can refer to physical movement, action, or influence. It is used in various contexts to denote any kind of motion.

运动 (yùn dòng): Movement; exercise; sports.

Example sentence:

每天都要进行运动 - "One should do exercise every day."

功 (gōng)

Meanings: Achievement; skill; effort; work.

Most Common Phrase: 功夫 (gōng fu)

Explanation:

功 (gōng): This character generally refers to "achievement" or "merit," often associated with the results of effort or skill. It can denote accomplishment or success in a particular field or task.

功夫 (gōng fu): Skill; effort; martial arts.

势 (shì)

Meanings: Power; influence.

Most Common Phrase: 形势 (xíng shì)

Explanation:

势 (shì): This character generally refers to the concept of power or influence and can describe the dynamic or momentum of a situation. It can be used to discuss how forces are distributed or how conditions are shaped by various factors.

形势 (xíng shì): Situation; circumstances.

Example sentence:

经济形势正在好转 - "The economic situation is improving."

力 (lì)

Meanings: Power; strength.

Most Common Phrase: 能力 (néng lì)

Explanation:

力 (lì): This character generally refers to physical or mental strength, power, or force. It can also imply the ability or effort needed to accomplish something.

能力 (néng lì): Ability; capability.

办 (bàn)

Meanings: To handle; to manage.

Most Common Phrase: 办法 (bàn fǎ)

Explanation:

办 (bàn): This character generally means to handle or manage something, such as tasks, affairs, or processes. It can also imply the action of organizing or executing.

办法 (bàn fǎ): Method; solution.

为 (wéi / wèi)

Meanings:

(wéi) To do; to act as.

(wèi) For; because of; in order to.

Most Common Phrase: 因为 (yīn wèi)

Explanation:

为 (wéi): As a verb, it means "to do" or "to act as," indicating actions or roles.

为 (wèi): As a preposition, it means "for," "because of," or "in order to," indicating purpose or reason.

因为 (yīn wèi): Because; due to.

力

务 (wù)

Meaning: To attend to; to handle; business; duty.

Most Common Phrase: 服务 (fú wù)

Explanation:

务 (wù): As a verb, it means "to attend to" or "to handle." It is often used in the context of duties or tasks. As a noun, it refers to "affairs" or "business."

服务 (fú wù): Service; to serve.

加 (jiā)

Meaning: To add; to increase; to strengthen; to participate.

Most Common Phrase: 参加 (cān jiā)

Explanation:

加 (jiā): As a verb, it means "to add" or "to increase." It can also mean "to strengthen" or "to enhance" something.

参加 (cān jiā): To participate; to join.

Example sentence:

他决定参加这个会议 - "He decided to participate in the meeting."

助 (zhù)

Meaning: To help; to assist; to aid.

Most Common Phrase: 帮助 (bāng zhù)

Explanation:

助 (zhù): As a verb, it means "to help" or "to assist." It involves providing support or aid to someone or something.

帮助 (bāng zhù): To help; assistance.

Example sentence:

她需要你的帮助 - "She needs your help."

层 (céng)

Meaning: Layer; level; stratum; floor (of a building).

Most Common Phrase: 阶层 (jiē céng)

Explanation:

层 (céng): Refers to a level or layer within a structure, system, or hierarchy. It can denote physical layers, like floors in a building, or abstract levels, like social or organizational strata.

阶层 (jiē céng): Social class; social stratum.

尸

居 (jū)

Meaning: To reside; to live; to stay; to occupy.

Most Common Phrase: 居住 (jū zhù)

Explanation:

居 (jū): Refers to the act of living or residing in a place. It can also imply one's position or occupation in a certain place or status.

居住 (jū zhù): To reside; to live (in a place).

Example sentence:

他在这个城市居住了十年 - "He has resided in this city for ten years."

屋 (wū)

Meaning: House; building; room; roof.

Most Common Phrase: 房屋 (fáng wū)

Explanation:

屋 (wū): Refers to a structure or building that serves as a shelter or place to live. It can also imply the roof or the physical space of a house or room.

房屋 (fáng wū): House; building.

Example sentence:

他们刚买了一套新房屋 - "They just bought a new house."

尸

展 (zhǎn)

Meaning: To expand; to exhibit; to stretch out; to unfold.

Most Common Phrase: 发展 (fā zhǎn)

Explanation:

展 (zhǎn): Can refer to the act of extending or expanding something, such as stretching out a physical object, or developing something, such as a project or plan. It can also mean to exhibit or show something, like artwork or products.

发展 (fā zhǎn): Development; to develop.

Example sentence:

这家公司正在快速发展 - "This company is rapidly developing."

尸 (shī)

Meaning: Corpse; dead body.

Most Common Phrase: 尸体 (shī tǐ)

Explanation:

尸 (shī): Refers to a dead body or corpse. The term is used in a formal or technical context to denote a deceased person or animal.

尸体 (shī tǐ): Corpse; dead body.

尽 (jǐn)

Meaning: To exhaust; to use up; to the fullest extent.

Most Common Phrase: 尽快 (jǐn kuài)

Explanation:

尽 (jǐn): Means to reach the limit, to use all of something, or to do something to the utmost. It often conveys the idea of completing something fully or as much as possible.

尽快 (jǐn kuài): As soon as possible; quickly.

Example sentence:

请尽快回复我的邮件 - "Please reply to my email as soon as possible."

局 (jú)

Meaning: A bureau; a situation; a section.

Most Common Phrase: 局部 (jú bù)

Explanation:

局 (jú): Refers to a division or segment within a larger system, organization, or area. It can also denote a specific situation or the scope of a particular matter.

局部 (jú bù): Partial; localized.

属 (shǔ)

Meaning: To belong to; to be affiliated with.

Most Common Phrase: 属于 (shǔ yú)

Explanation:

属 (shǔ): Indicates affiliation, membership, or belonging to a particular category or group. It can also refer to something classified under a certain type.

属于 (shǔ yú): To belong to; to be classified as.

这本书属于我 - "This book belongs to me."

尼 (ní)

Meaning: Nun; a term used in religious or formal contexts, often referring to female Buddhist monks or a nun in general.

Most Common Phrase: 尼姑 (ní gū)

Explanation:

尼 (ní): Often used in religious contexts to refer to female practitioners or ascetics in Buddhism. It can denote a nun or a woman who has taken vows of religious service.

尼姑 (ní gū): Nun; a female Buddhist monk.

她是一个尼姑 - "She is a nun."

冖

写 (xiě)

Meaning: To write; to depict with words or a brush.

Most Common Phrase: 写作 (xiě zuò)

Explanation:

写 (xiě): This character refers to the act of writing or describing something, whether it be through words, symbols, or artistic expression. It can encompass a range of activities from writing letters and essays to creating literature or artwork.

写作 (xiě zuò): Writing; composition.

他喜欢写作 - "He enjoys writing."

冠 (guān)

Meaning: Crown; to wear a crown; to surpass.

Most Common Phrase: 冠军 (guàn jūn)

Explanation:

冠 (guān): This character originally refers to a crown or headwear, symbolizing rank or distinction. It can also mean to surpass or to be first in a competition.

冠军 (guàn jūn): Champion; first place winner.

农 (nóng)

Meaning: Agriculture; farming; farmer.

Most Common Phrase: 农业 (nóng yè)

Explanation:

农 (nóng): This character relates to agriculture and farming, encompassing all activities related to cultivating land, raising crops, and livestock.

农业 (nóng yè): Agriculture.

Example sentence:

该地区的经济主要依赖于农业 - "The region's economy mainly relies on agriculture."

军 (jūn)

Meaning: Military; army; troops.

Most Common Phrase: 军队 (jūn duì)

Explanation:

军 (jūn): This character relates to military affairs, armed forces, or anything associated with the army and defense.

军队 (jūn duì): Army; military force.

Example sentence:

军队正在进行训练 - "The army is undergoing training."

皿

皿 (mǐn)

Meaning: Vessel; container; dish.

Most Common Phrase: 器皿 (qì mǐn)

Explanation:

皿 (mǐn): This character refers to containers or vessels, such as dishes, bowls, or other items used to hold or store objects, especially liquids or food.

器皿 (qì mǐn): Utensils; vessels; containers.

Example sentence:

这些器皿都是陶瓷做的 - "These utensils are all made of ceramics."

血 (xuè)

Meaning: Blood.

Most Common Phrase: 血液 (xuè yè)

Explanation:

血 (xuè): This character refers to blood, the red liquid that circulates through the bodies of humans and other animals, carrying oxygen and nutrients to cells and removing waste products.

血液 (xuè yè): Blood.

医生采集了一些血液样本 - "The doctor collected some blood samples."

皿

盆 (pén)

Meaning: Basin; pot; bowl.

Most Common Phrase: 盆景 (pén jǐng)

Explanation:

盆 (pén): This character refers to a basin, pot, or bowl, typically used to hold water, plants, or other items.

盆景 (pén jǐng): Bonsai; potted landscape.

Example sentence:

她的房间里摆满了美丽的盆景 - "Her room is filled with beautiful bonsai plants."

盖 (gài)

Meaning: Cover; lid; cap.

Most Common Phrase: 盖子 (gài zi)

Explanation:

盖 (gài): This character primarily means "cover" or "lid." It can refer to anything that is used to cover something else, such as a lid on a pot, a cap on a bottle.

盖子 (gài zi): Lid; cover; cap.

盛 (shèng)

Meaning: Prosperous; grand; flourishing.

Most Common Phrase: 盛大 (shèng dà)

Explanation:

盛 (shèng): This character often denotes something that is grand, abundant, or prosperous. It can describe events, states, or conditions that are marked by their grandeur or flourishing nature.

盛大 (shèng dà): Grand; magnificent; splendid.

婚礼非常盛大，吸引了很多人 - "The wedding was very grand and attracted many people."

盘 (pán)

Meaning: Plate; disk; tray; to coil; to wind.

Most Common Phrase: 盘子 (pán zi)

Explanation:

盘 (pán): This character can refer to a flat, typically round object used for serving or containing food (like a plate or tray). It can also describe the action of coiling or winding, often used in various contexts such as describing a snake's movement or a spiral staircase.

盘子 (pán zi): Plate; dish; tray.

盐 (yán)

Meaning: Salt.

Most Common Phrase: 食盐 (shí yán)

Explanation:

盐 (yán): This character refers to salt, a common mineral used primarily to season and preserve food. Salt is essential in cooking and various food preservation techniques.

食盐 (shí yán): Table salt; edible salt.

你需要在汤里加一些食盐 - "You need to add some salt to the soup."

双 (shuāng)

Meaning: Double; pair.

Most Common Phrase: 一双 (yī shuāng)

Explanation:

双 (shuāng): This character signifies the concept of "pair" or "double," and is used to indicate something that comes in two parts or is in multiples of two.

一双 (yī shuāng): A pair of; two.

我买了一双新鞋子 - "I bought a new pair of shoes."

又

圣 (shèng)

Meaning: Holy; sacred; saintly.

Most Common Phrase: 神圣 (shén shèng)

Explanation:

圣 (shèng): This character conveys the idea of holiness, sanctity, or something that is revered and exalted. It is often associated with religious or spiritual significance, as well as with a high level of virtue or wisdom.

神圣 (shén shèng): Sacred; holy.

对 (duì)

Meaning: Opposite; facing; correct; right; to; towards.

Most Common Phrase: 对面 (duì miàn)

Explanation:

对 (duì): This character has multiple meanings, including "opposite," "facing," "correct," or "right." It is often used to indicate direction, position, or correctness in context. It can also mean "towards" when used with verbs.

对面 (duì miàn): Opposite; facing.

Example sentence:

他的家在我家对面 - "His house is opposite mine."

发 (fā)

Meaning: To send out; to develop; to issue; to become; hair.

Most Common Phrase: 发现 (fā xiàn)

Explanation:

发 (fā): This character has several meanings, including "to send out," "to issue," "to develop," "to become," and "hair." It is a versatile character used in various contexts, such as emitting something, developing a state, or referring to hair.

发现 (fā xiàn): To discover; to find out.

戏 (xì)

Meaning: Play; drama; performance; game.

Most Common Phrase: 游戏 (yóu xì)

Explanation:

戏 (xì): This character refers to "play," "drama," "performance," or "game." It is commonly used to describe theatrical performances, playful activities, or games.

游戏 (yóu xì): Game; play.

欢 (huān)

Meaning: Joy; happiness; pleasure.

Most Common Phrase: 欢迎 (huān yíng)

Explanation:

欢 (huān): This character represents "joy," "happiness," or "pleasure." It conveys a sense of delight or enjoyment and is often used in contexts related to celebrations, greetings, and positive emotions.

欢迎 (huān yíng): Welcome; to greet.

Example sentence:

欢迎来我们家 - "Welcome to our home."

又 (yòu)

Meaning: Again; also; moreover; in addition.

Most Common Phrase: 又是 (yòu shì)

Explanation:

又 (yòu): This character signifies "again," "also," "moreover," or "in addition." It is commonly used to indicate the repetition of an action or to add further information.

又是 (yòu shì): Again; once more; yet another.

又

难 (nán)

Meaning: Difficult; hard; challenging.

Most Common Phrase: 困难 (kùn nán)

Explanation:

难 (nán): This character means "difficult" or "hard." It is used to describe situations, tasks, or conditions that are challenging or not easy to accomplish.

困难 (kùn nán): Difficulty; hardship; trouble.

Example sentence:

他遇到了很多困难 - "He encountered many difficulties."

叉 (chā)

Meaning: Fork; prong; to fork; to diverge.

Most Common Phrase: 刀叉 (dāo chā)

Explanation:

叉 (chā): This character can mean "fork" or "prong," referring to a utensil with pointed ends or a branching shape. It can also mean "to fork" or "to diverge," indicating a split in a path or road.

刀叉 (dāo chā): Knife and fork.

观 (guān)

Meaning: To observe; to watch; to view; to see; opinion; concept.

Most Common Phrase: 观点 (guān diǎn)

Explanation:

观 (guān): This character means "to observe," "to watch," "to view," or "to see." It can also refer to an opinion or perspective on a particular matter.

观点 (guān diǎn): Viewpoint; opinion; perspective.

他的观点很独特 - "His viewpoint is very unique."

雄 (xióng)

Meaning: Male; masculine; powerful; grand; heroic.

Most Common Phrase: 雄性 (xióng xìng)

Explanation:

雄 (xióng): This character typically means "male" or "masculine" and is often used to describe traits associated with strength, power, or grandeur. It can also refer to heroic or dominant qualities.

雄性 (xióng xìng): Male; masculine.

隹

集 (jí)

Meaning: To gather; to collect; to assemble.

Most Common Phrase: 集合 (jí hé)

Explanation:

集 (jí): This character denotes the action of gathering or collecting things or people. It can also refer to a collection or set of items or works.

集合 (jí hé): To assemble; to gather; assembly.

Example sentence:

大家在操场上集合 - "Everyone gathers on the playground."

售 (shòu)

Meaning: To sell; to offer for sale.

Most Common Phrase: 销售 (xiāo shòu)

Explanation:

售 (shòu): This character is used to indicate the act of selling or offering goods or services for sale.

销售 (xiāo shòu): Sales; to sell; marketing.

Example sentence:

他们的销售额增长了20% - "Their sales revenue increased by 20%."

车

转 (zhuǎn)

Meaning: To turn; to transfer; to change direction or position.

Most Common Phrase: 转变 (zhuǎn biàn)

Explanation:

转 (zhuǎn): This character signifies the act of turning, changing direction, or shifting from one state to another. It can also refer to transferring something from one place or person to another.

转变 (zhuǎn biàn): Change; transformation; shift.

他的态度有了很大的转变 - "His attitude has undergone a significant change."

较 (jiào)

Meaning: To compare; comparatively; relatively.

Most Common Phrase: 比较 (bǐ jiào)

Explanation:

较 (jiào): This character is used to indicate comparison or relative degree. It often suggests a measure of comparison between two or more things.

比较 (bǐ jiào): To compare; relatively; comparatively.

轻 (qīng)

Meaning: Light; gentle; easy; unimportant.

Most Common Phrase: 轻松 (qīng sōng)

Explanation:

轻 (qīng): This character conveys the idea of lightness, not heavy, or gentle. It can refer to physical weight, but also to an ease or lack of seriousness in context.

轻松 (qīng sōng): Relaxed; easy; effortless.

Example sentence:

这次考试很轻松 - "This exam was very easy."

轮 (lún)

Meaning: Wheel; round; to revolve; to take turns.

Most Common Phrase: 轮船 (lún chuán)

Explanation:

轮 (lún): This character primarily refers to a wheel or something circular. It can also convey the idea of taking turns or revolving, indicating cycles or sequences.

轮船 (lún chuán): Ship; steamship; vessel.

他们乘坐轮船去旅行 - "They are traveling by ship."

车 (chē)

Meaning: Vehicle; car; cart; machine.

Most Common Phrase: 汽车 (qì chē)

Explanation:

车 (chē): This character broadly refers to any type of vehicle, including cars, carts, and other forms of wheeled transportation. It can also be used to refer to machinery or devices that involve movement.

汽车 (qì chē): Car; automobile.

Example sentence:

我每天开汽车去上班 - "I drive a car to work every day."

辅 (fǔ)

Meaning: To assist; to support; auxiliary.

Most Common Phrase: 辅导 (fǔ dǎo)

Explanation:

辅 (fǔ): This character signifies assistance, support, or something that is auxiliary. It is often used in contexts where support or guidance is provided to someone else, particularly in educational or advisory roles.

辅导 (fǔ dǎo): Tutoring; coaching; guidance.

走

赶 (gǎn)

Meaning: To hurry; to catch up; to overtake.

Most Common Phrase: 追赶 (zhuī gǎn)

Explanation:

赶 (gǎn): This character denotes actions related to moving quickly, such as hurrying, rushing, or trying to catch up. It can also imply pursuing or driving forward.

追赶 (zhuī gǎn): To chase; to pursue; to catch up.

Example sentence:

他努力追赶前面的队伍 - "He tried hard to catch up with the group in front."

越 (yuè)

Meaning: To surpass; to exceed; to go beyond.

Most Common Phrase: 超越 (chāo yuè)

Explanation:

越 (yuè): This character signifies actions or conditions of going beyond a certain limit or surpassing a standard. It can also mean "to cross" or "to go over."

超越 (chāo yuè): To surpass; to transcend; to exceed.

趣 (qù)

Meaning: Interest; fun; taste.

Most Common Phrase: 兴趣 (xìng qù)

Explanation:

趣 (qù): This character denotes something that is interesting, enjoyable, or appealing. It can refer to the flavor or quality that makes something enjoyable or engaging.

兴趣 (xìng qù): Interest; hobby; inclination.

他对音乐很感兴趣 - "He has a great interest in music."

走 (zǒu)

Meaning: To walk; to go; to move.

Most Common Phrase: 走路 (zǒu lù)

Explanation:

走 (zǒu): This character means "to walk" or "to go." It is used to describe the action of moving from one place to another, typically on foot. It can also refer to the general idea of moving or leaving a place.

走路 (zǒu lù): To walk.

超 (chāo)

Meaning: To exceed; to surpass; super; ultra.

Most Common Phrase: 超市 (chāo shì)

Explanation:

超 (chāo): This character signifies the action of surpassing or exceeding something. It can be used to describe going beyond a limit or standard, or it can mean "super" or "ultra" in a descriptive sense.

超市 (chāo shì): Supermarket.

Example sentence:

我们去超市买些水果吧 - "Let's go to the supermarket to buy some fruit."

起 (qǐ)

Meaning: To rise; to start; to begin; to get up.

Most Common Phrase: 起床 (qǐ chuáng)

Explanation:

起 (qǐ): This character generally denotes the action of rising or getting up. It can also indicate the start or beginning of an action or event.

起床 (qǐ chuáng): To get up; to get out of bed.

舟

盘 (pán)

Meaning: Plate; dish; to plan; to plot; to roll.

Most Common Phrase: 盘子 (pánzi)

Explanation:

盘 (pán): This character can refer to various concepts, including a plate or dish used for serving food, the action of planning or plotting, or even rolling something into a shape.

盘子 (pánzi): Plate; dish.

Example sentence:

请把这些菜放在盘子里 - "Please put these dishes on the plate."

般 (bān)

Meaning: Kind; type; manner; to carry; to transport.

Most Common Phrase: 一般 (yìbān)

Explanation:

般 (bān): This character is used to describe a type or kind of something. It can also mean to carry or transport in some contexts.

一般 (yìbān): General; ordinary; usual; average.

舟 (zhōu)

Meaning: Boat; vessel.

Most Common Phrase: 龙舟 (lóngzhōu)

Explanation:

舟 (zhōu): This character refers to a boat or a vessel, typically used for water transport.

龙舟 (lóngzhōu): Dragon boat.

Example sentence:

我们去参加了龙舟比赛 - "We went to participate in the dragon boat race."

船 (chuán)

Meaning: Ship; boat; vessel.

Most Common Phrase: 小船 (xiǎochuán)

Explanation:

船 (chuán): This character refers to a general term for a boat or ship used for traveling or transporting goods on water.

小船 (xiǎochuán): Small boat.

Example sentence:

我们租了一只小船在湖上划船 - "We rented a small boat to row on the lake."

行 (xíng)

Meaning: To go; to travel; to conduct; to execute; to walk.

Most Common Phrase: 行李 (xínglǐ)

Explanation:

行 (xíng): This character has multiple meanings related to movement or action. It can mean to go, to walk, to travel, to perform, or to conduct something. Its meaning can vary depending on the context.

行李 (xínglǐ): Luggage; baggage.

往 (wǎng)

Meaning: To go; to move towards; direction; to proceed; to head towards.

Most Common Phrase: 向往 (xiàngwǎng)

Explanation:

往 (wǎng): This character typically refers to movement or direction towards a particular place or state. It conveys the idea of going, moving forward, or proceeding in a certain direction.

向往 (xiàngwǎng): To yearn for; to look forward to; to long for.

彳

得 (dé, děi, de)

Meaning: To obtain; to get; to gain; must; to have to; structural particle.

Most Common Phrase: 得到 (dédào)

Explanation:

得 (dé, děi, de): This character has multiple pronunciations and meanings depending on the context. As dé, it means "to obtain" or "to gain." As děi, it means "must" or "have to." As de, it acts as a structural particle indicating the result or degree of an action.

得到 (dédào): To get; to obtain; to receive.

律 (lǜ)

Meaning: Law; regulation; discipline; rule.

Most Common Phrase: 律师 (lǜshī)

Explanation:

律 (lǜ): This character primarily refers to laws, regulations, rules, or discipline. It is often used in legal and regulatory contexts.

律师 (lǜshī): Lawyer; attorney.

Example sentence:

他是一名经验丰富的律师 - "He is an experienced lawyer."

街 (jiē)

Meaning: Street.

Most Common Phrase: 街道 (jiēdào)

Explanation:

街 (jiē): This character means "street," referring to a public road in a city or town where people can walk or drive. It is often used in the names of streets or to describe areas in urban settings.

街道 (jiēdào): Street; road.

我们的办公室在主要街道上 - "Our office is on the main street."

德 (dé)

Meaning: Virtue, morality, ethics.

Most Common Phrase: 美德 (měidé)

Explanation:

德 (dé): This character signifies "virtue," "morality," or "ethics," representing good character or moral qualities. It encompasses concepts like righteousness, kindness, and integrity, and is a core value in many philosophical and cultural contexts.

美德 (měidé): Virtue; moral excellence.

慈善是一种美德 - "Charity is a virtue."

待 (dài)

Meaning: To wait, to treat, to entertain.

Most Common Phrase: 等待 (děngdài)

Explanation:

待 (dài): This character can mean "to wait," "to treat," or "to entertain," depending on the context. It is used in various expressions related to waiting for something or someone, or treating others in a certain manner.

等待 (děngdài): To wait; waiting.

我们在车站等待朋友 - "We are waiting for our friend at the station."

微 (wēi)

Meaning: Small, tiny, subtle, slight.

Most Common Phrase: 轻微 (qīngwēi)

Explanation:

微 (wēi): This character represents something small, subtle, or slight. It is often used to describe things that are not easily noticeable or are minor in nature.

轻微 (qīngwēi): Slight; mild.

她感到轻微的头痛 - "She felt a slight headache."

彳

很 (hěn)

Meaning: Very; quite; really.

Most Common Phrase: 很好 (hěn hǎo)

Explanation:

很 (hěn): This character is an adverb used to intensify the meaning of an adjective or verb, often translating to "very," "quite," or "really" in English. It is commonly used in Chinese to describe a high degree or intensity of something.

很好 (hěn hǎo): Very good; very well.

你的中文说得很好 - "Your Chinese is very good."

夕 (xī)

Meaning: Evening; dusk.

Most Common Phrase: 夕阳 (xīyáng)

Explanation:

夕 (xī): This character refers to the time of day around sunset or the evening. It is associated with the end of the day and the transition into night.

夕阳 (xīyáng): Sunset; setting sun.

我们一起看夕阳 - "We watched the sunset together."

夕

梦 (mèng)

Meaning: Dream.

Most Common Phrase: 梦想 (mèngxiǎng)

Explanation:

梦 (mèng): This character means "dream," referring to the thoughts, images, and sensations that occur during sleep. It can also be used metaphorically to describe fantasies or aspirations.

梦想 (mèngxiǎng): Dream; aspiration.

他从小就有一个梦想成为医生 - "He has dreamed of becoming a doctor since he was a child."

多 (duō)

Meaning: Many; much; more.

Most Common Phrase: 多少 (duōshǎo)

Explanation:

多 (duō): This character means "many" or "much," indicating a large quantity or degree. It can also be used to imply "more" when comparing quantities or amounts.

多少 (duōshǎo): How many; how much.

这个苹果多少钱？- "How much is this apple?"

外 (wài)

Meaning: Outside; external; foreign.

Most Common Phrase: 外面 (wàimiàn)

Explanation:

外 (wài): This character generally refers to something that is "outside" or "external." It can indicate a position that is not within a specified area or context, or it can describe something foreign or external to a particular group or system.

外面 (wàimiàn): The outside; the exterior.

名 (míng)

Meaning: Name; fame; reputation.

Most Common Phrase: 名字 (míngzì)

Explanation:

名 (míng): This character is commonly used to refer to a "name" or "title" and can also imply "fame" or "reputation." It denotes the label or designation by which someone or something is known.

名字 (míngzì): Name.

阝

阶 (jiē)

Meaning: Step; rank; level.

Most Common Phrase: 阶段 (jiēduàn)

Explanation:

阶 (jiē): This character is used to represent a "step," "rank," or "level." It often denotes stages or hierarchical levels in a system or process.

阶段 (jiēduàn): Stage; phase.

Example sentence:

这个项目分为三个阶段。 - "This project is divided into three stages."

险 (xiǎn)

Meaning: Danger; risk; peril.

Most Common Phrase: 危险 (wēixiǎn)

Explanation:

险 (xiǎn): This character represents "danger" or "risk" and is used to describe situations or conditions that involve a potential threat or hazard.

危险 (wēixiǎn): Danger; hazardous; risky.

这条路非常危险，请小心。 - "This road is very dangerous, please be careful."

除 (chú)

Meaning: To remove; to eliminate; except.

Most Common Phrase: 除非 (chúfēi)

Explanation:

除 (chú): This character denotes the action of removing, eliminating, or excluding something.

除非 (chúfēi): Unless; except if.

Example sentence:

除非下雨，否则我们会去远足。 - "Unless it rains, we will go hiking."

际 (jì)

Meaning: Border; boundary; situation.

Most Common Phrase: 国际 (guójì)

Explanation:

际 (jì): This character generally refers to a boundary or a juncture between different areas or states. It can also denote a particular situation or context.

国际 (guójì): International.

Example sentence:

国际贸易对经济增长非常重要。 - "International trade is very important for economic growth."

阳 (yáng)

Meaning: Sun; positive; masculine; daylight.

Most Common Phrase: 太阳 (tàiyáng)

Explanation:

阳 (yáng): This character often refers to the sun, positive aspects, or masculine qualities. In traditional Chinese philosophy, it represents the active, bright, and warm qualities.

太阳 (tàiyáng): Sun.

阴 (yīn)

Meaning: Shade; overcast; feminine; negative; hidden.

Most Common Phrase: 阴天 (yīntiān)

Explanation:

阴 (yīn): This character often represents shade, darkness, or hidden aspects. In traditional Chinese philosophy, it symbolizes the passive, cool, and dark qualities, often contrasted with the active, warm, and bright qualities represented by 阳 (yáng).

阴天 (yīntiān): Overcast day; cloudy day.

阝

邮 (yóu)

Meaning: Post; mail.

Most Common Phrase: 邮箱 (yóuxiāng)

Explanation:

邮 (yóu): This character relates to the concept of mailing or sending letters and packages through a postal system. It can also refer to postal services or matters related to the post.

邮箱 (yóuxiāng): Mailbox; email inbox.

Example sentence:

我每天都检查我的邮箱。 - "I check my email inbox every day."

都 (dū)

Meaning: City; metropolis; capital.

Most Common Phrase: 首都 (shǒudū)

Explanation:

都 (dū): This character is used to denote a large city, especially a capital city. It can also imply a central or important area within a region.

首都 (shǒudū): Capital city.

Example sentence:

北京是中国的首都。 - "Beijing is the capital city of China."

部 (bù)

Meaning: Part; section; department.

Most Common Phrase: 部门 (bùmén)

Explanation:

部 (bù): This character can refer to a part or section of something, as well as a department or division within an organization.

部门 (bùmén): Department.

Example sentence:

他在公司的财务部门工作。 - "He works in the finance department of the company."

队 (duì)

Meaning: Team; group; squad.

Most Common Phrase: 军队 (jūnduì)

Explanation:

队 (duì): This character refers to an organized group of people, often working together towards a common goal. It can be used to describe teams, squads, or groups in various contexts, including sports, work, or the military.

军队 (jūnduì): Army; military.

在军队里他是一名士兵。 - "He is a soldier in the army."

阵 (zhèn)

Meaning: Battle formation; burst; spell.

Most Common Phrase: 阵地 (zhèndì)

Explanation:

阵 (zhèn): This character is associated with the concept of a battle formation or position in military contexts. It can also refer to a sudden or temporary spell or burst, as in a burst of wind or rain.

阵地 (zhèndì): Position; front; battlefield.

陈 (chén)

Meaning: Display; arrange; state.

Most Common Phrase: 陈设 (chénshè)

Explanation:

陈 (chén): This character is associated with the idea of arranging or displaying something. It can also mean to state or present something, or to describe something as old or stale.

陈设 (chénshè): Furnishings; display; decoration.

Example sentence:

这间房间的陈设很古典，很有气氛。 - "The room's furnishings are very classical and create a great atmosphere."

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随 (suí)

Meaning: Follow; along with; according to; as one wishes.

Most Common Phrase: 随便 (suíbiàn)

Explanation:

随 (suí): This character conveys the idea of following, accompanying, or going along with something. It can also mean "according to" or "in accordance with," and it can imply a sense of spontaneity or lack of restriction.

随便 (suíbiàn): Casual; informal; as one wishes; at will.

你想吃什么就随便点吧。 - "Order whatever you like to eat."

降 (jiàng)

Meaning: To descend; to lower; to reduce; to drop.

Most Common Phrase: 降落 (jiàngluò)

Explanation:

降 (jiàng): This character primarily means "to descend" or "to go down." It can also refer to reducing or lowering something, such as a price or level.

降落 (jiàngluò): To land; to descend; to come down.

飞机将在一个小时后降落。- "The plane will land in one hour."

院 (yuàn)

Meaning: Courtyard; institution; academy; hospital.

Most Common Phrase: 医院 (yīyuàn)

Explanation:

院 (yuàn): This character typically refers to a courtyard or an institution. It is often used to denote places where specialized services are provided, such as hospitals, academies, or other types of institutions.

医院 (yīyuàn): Hospital.

他生病了，需要去医院看医生。- "He is sick and needs to go to the hospital to see a doctor."

那 (nà)

Meaning: That; those.

Most Common Phrase: 那里 (nàlǐ)

Explanation:

那 (nà): This character is used as a demonstrative pronoun to refer to something or someone that is not near the speaker, often translated as "that" or "those" in English.

那里 (nàlǐ): There; that place.

我想去那里看看。- "I want to go there to take a look."

阿 (ā)

Meaning: Prefix used before names or terms of endearment; used to refer to someone in a friendly or familiar manner.

Most Common Phrase: 阿姨 (āyí)

Explanation:

阿姨 (āyí):

Meaning: Aunt; a term used to refer to a woman of an older generation who is not necessarily a blood relative.

Example sentence:

阿姨，您好！- "Hello, Auntie!"

陆 (lù)

Meaning: Land; shore; continent.

Most Common Phrase: 大陆 (dàlù)

Explanation:

陆 (lù): This character refers to land or shore, distinguishing land from water. It can also be used in the context of continents.

大陆 (dàlù): Mainland; continent.

西

西 (xī)

Meaning: West; western.

Most Common Phrase: 西瓜 (xīguā)

Explanation:

西 (xī): This character represents the direction "west" or things associated with the western region. It can also denote Western culture or styles.

西瓜 (xīguā): Watermelon.

我喜欢吃西瓜。- "I like eating watermelon."

要 (yào)

Meaning: To want; to need; to demand.

Most Common Phrase: 要求 (yāoqiú)

Explanation:

要 (yào): This character has several meanings, including "to want," "to need," "to demand," and "to be important." It is a versatile character used in many contexts to express desire, necessity, or significance.

要求 (yāoqiú): To request; to demand; requirement.

老师要求学生按时交作业。- "The teacher requires students to submit their assignments on time."

票 (piào)

Meaning: Ticket; ballot; note.

Most Common Phrase: 车票 (chēpiào)

Explanation:

票 (piào): This character typically means "ticket" and is used in contexts involving admission, travel, or events. It can also refer to a ballot or a note.

车票 (chēpiào): Train ticket; bus ticket.

请出示你的车票。- "Please show your ticket."

上 (shàng)

Meaning: On; above; up; to go; to attend.

Most Common Phrase: 上学 (shàngxué)

Explanation:

上 (shàng): This character has multiple meanings, including "on," "above," "up," and "to go." It is often used in various contexts to indicate direction, position, or the action of attending.

上学 (shàngxué): To go to school.

孩子们每天早上八点上学。- "The children go to school at eight every morning."

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下 (xià)

Meaning: Down; below; under; to go down; to finish.

Most Common Phrase: 下班 (xiàbān)

Explanation:

下 (xià): This character means "down," "below," "under," and can also mean "to go down" or "to finish." It is used in various contexts to indicate direction, position, or the end of an activity.

下班 (xiàbān): To finish work; to get off work.

我每天晚上六点下班。- "I get off work at six every evening."

卡 (kǎ)

Meaning: Card; to block; to get stuck.

Most Common Phrase: 卡通 (kǎtōng)

Explanation:

卡 (kǎ): This character has several meanings, including "card" (as in a physical card, such as a credit card), and "to block" or "to get stuck" (as in something being obstructed or jammed).

卡通 (kǎtōng): Cartoon; animation.

孩子们喜欢看卡通片。- "Children love watching cartoons."

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文 (wén)

Meaning: Literature; culture; writing; language.

Most Common Phrase: 文化 (wénhuà)

Explanation:

文 (wén): This character can refer to literature, writing, language, or culture. It often conveys the idea of something related to intellectual or cultural aspects.

文化 (wénhuà): Culture; civilization.

中国有着悠久的文化历史。- "China has a long cultural history."

短 (duǎn)

Meaning: Short; brief.

Most Common Phrase: 短讯 (duǎnxùn)

Explanation:

短 (duǎn): This character generally refers to something that is short in length, duration, or extent. It is often used to describe something that is not long or is brief.

短讯 (duǎnxùn): Short message; SMS (text message).

他给我发了一条短讯。- "He sent me a text message."

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午 (wǔ)

Meaning: Noon; midday.

Most Common Phrase: 中午 (zhōngwǔ)

Explanation:

午 (wǔ): This character refers to the time around noon or midday. It is used in various contexts related to this part of the day.

中午 (zhōngwǔ): Noon; midday.

Example sentence:

我们中午一起吃午饭吧。- "Let's have lunch together at noon."

年 (nián)

Meaning: Year.

Most Common Phrase: 年龄 (niánlíng)

Explanation:

年 (nián): This character represents the concept of a "year" and is used in various contexts related to time, such as dates, ages, and annual events.

年龄 (niánlíng): Age.

Example sentence:

你的年龄是多少？- "What is your age?"

缺 (quē)

Meaning: Lack, deficiency, or missing.

Most Common Phrase: 缺点 (quēdiǎn)

Explanation:

缺 (quē): This character signifies something that is missing or lacking. It can refer to a deficiency, shortfall, or an absent part in various contexts.

缺点 (quēdiǎn): Shortcoming, flaw, or defect.

这个计划有一些缺点。- "This plan has some shortcomings."

生 (shēng)

Meaning: Life, birth, or to be born; can also imply raw or uncooked.

Most Common Phrase: 出生 (chūshēng)

Explanation:

生 (shēng): This character has multiple meanings, including "life," "birth," "to be born," and can also refer to something raw or unprocessed. The specific meaning depends on the context in which it is used.

出生 (chūshēng): To be born; birth.

他在北京出生。- "He was born in Beijing."

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先 (xiān)

Meaning: First, before, or prior; can also imply someone who is senior or earlier in time.

Most Common Phrase: 先生 (xiānshēng)

Explanation:

先 (xiān): This character generally means "first" or "prior," indicating something that comes before another in time or sequence. It can also refer to someone who has a higher status or seniority.

先生 (xiānshēng): Mister, sir, or teacher.

舞 (wǔ)

Meaning: To dance; related to the act of dancing or performing dance movements.

Most Common Phrase: 跳舞 (tiàowǔ)

Explanation:

舞 (wǔ): This character signifies the act of dancing. It can refer to both the physical activity of dancing and to performances involving dance.

跳舞 (tiàowǔ): To dance.

她喜欢在周末跳舞。 - "She likes to dance on weekends."

每 (měi)

Meaning: Each; every.

Most Common Phrase: 每天 (měitiān)

Explanation:

每 (měi): This character denotes the concept of "each" or "every," and is used to refer to all members of a group or all instances of something in a regular manner.

每天 (měitiān): Every day; daily.

Example sentence:

我每天都去跑步。 - "I go running every day."

失 (shī)

Meaning: To lose; to fail.

Most Common Phrase: 失去 (shīqù)

Explanation:

失 (shī): This character refers to the concept of losing something or failing to maintain something. It conveys a sense of not having something that was once possessed or not achieving a desired outcome.

失去 (shīqù): To lose; to miss.

Example sentence:

他失去了工作。- "He lost his job."

复 (fù)

Meaning: To return; to reply; to recover.

Most Common Phrase: 回复 (huífù)

Explanation:

复 (fù): This character has several meanings, including "to return," "to reply," and "to recover." It suggests the idea of something coming back or being restored to a previous state.

回复 (huífù): To reply; to respond.

请尽快回复我的邮件。- "Please reply to my email as soon as possible."

告 (gào)

Meaning: To inform; to accuse; to announce.

Most Common Phrase: 告诉 (gàosù)

Explanation:

告 (gào): This character generally means "to inform," "to announce," or "to accuse." It involves communicating information to others or formally declaring something.

告诉 (gàosù): To tell; to inform.

请告诉我你的决定。- "Please tell me your decision."

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千 (qiān)

Meaning: Thousand.

Most Common Phrase: 千万 (qiānwàn)

Explanation:

千 (qiān): This character represents the number "thousand." It is often used to denote a large quantity or to indicate a significant amount.

千万 (qiānwàn): Ten million; an expression of emphasis, often meaning "must".

Example sentence:

你千万不要忘记这件事。- "You must not forget this matter."

重 (zhòng)

Meaning: Heavy; weight.

Most Common Phrase: 重量 (zhòngliàng)

Explanation:

重 (zhòng): This character means "heavy" or "weight." It is used to describe the physical heaviness of an object or the importance of something.

重量 (zhòngliàng): Weight.

Example sentence:

这个箱子的重量是二十公斤。- "The weight of this box is twenty kilograms."

升 (shēng)

Meaning: To rise; to ascend; to promote; liter (as a measure of volume).

Most Common Phrase: 升高 (shēnggāo)

Explanation:

升 (shēng): This character means "to rise," "to ascend," or "to promote." It can also refer to the liter, a unit of measurement for volume.

升高 (shēnggāo): To rise; to increase in height or level.

气温正在升高。- "The temperature is rising."

乡 (xiāng)

Meaning: Countryside; rural; hometown; native place.

Most Common Phrase: 乡村 (xiāngcūn)

Explanation:

乡 (xiāng): This character refers to the countryside, rural areas, or one's hometown or native place.

乡村 (xiāngcūn): Countryside; rural area.

我喜欢乡村的宁静生活。- "I like the peaceful life in the countryside."

入 (rù)

Meaning: To enter; to go into; to join.

Most Common Phrase: 进入 (jìnrù)

Explanation:

入 (rù): This character means "to enter," "to go into," or "to join."

进入 (jìnrù): To enter; to go into; to access.

Example sentence:

我们要在八点前进入会场。- "We need to enter the venue before eight o'clock."

久 (jiǔ)

Meaning: Long time; lasting; enduring.

Most Common Phrase: 持久 (chíjiǔ)

Explanation:

久 (jiǔ): This character means "a long time," "lasting," or "enduring."

持久 (chíjiǔ): Lasting; enduring; durable.

Example sentence:

这种材料非常持久耐用。- "This material is very durable."

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乐 (lè)

Meaning: Joy; happiness; pleasure.

Most Common Phrase: 快乐 (kuàilè)

Explanation:

乐 (lè): This character means "joy," "happiness," or "pleasure." It represents a positive emotional state or feeling.

快乐 (kuàilè): Happy; joyful; cheerful.

祝你生日快乐！- "Happy birthday to you!"

乎 (hū)

Meaning: A particle used in classical Chinese; can indicate questioning, exclamation, or be used for emphasis.

Most Common Phrase: 在乎 (zàihu)

Explanation:

乎 (hū): In classical Chinese, this character serves as a particle, often used at the end of a sentence to indicate a question, exclamation, or for emphasis.

在乎 (zàihu): To care about; to take to heart.

他非常在乎别人的看法。- "He cares a lot about what others think."

鼠 (shǔ)

Meaning: Mouse or rat.

Most Common Phrase: 老鼠 (lǎoshǔ)

Explanation:

鼠 (shǔ): Refers to the small mammal known as a mouse or rat. In the Chinese zodiac, the rat is also the first of the twelve zodiac animals, often symbolizing wit and resourcefulness.

老鼠 (lǎoshǔ): Mouse or rat.

Example sentence:

厨房里有一只老鼠。- "There is a mouse in the kitchen."

印 (yìn)

Meaning: Seal, print, mark.

Most Common Phrase: 印刷 (yìnshuā)

Explanation:

印 (yìn): The character refers to a seal or stamp, commonly used to represent something official or authoritative. It can also mean "print" or "mark."

印刷 (yìnshuā): Printing.

Example sentence:

这本书是昨天印刷的。- "This book was printed yesterday."

释 (shì)

Meaning: Explain, release, interpret.

Most Common Phrase: 解释 (jiěshì)

Explanation:

释 (shì): This character often relates to the idea of explaining, releasing, or interpreting something. It is used in contexts where clarification or release is involved.

解释 (jiěshì): Explanation, to explain.

Example sentence:

我不明白这个词的意思，你能给我解释一下吗？- "I don't understand the meaning of this word; can you explain it to me?"

乱 (luàn)

Meaning: Chaos, disorder, confusion.

Most Common Phrase: 混乱 (hùnluàn)

Explanation:

乱 (luàn): This character signifies disorder, chaos, or confusion. It is used to describe situations that are disorganized or chaotic.

混乱 (hùnluàn): Chaos, disorder.

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毛 (máo)

Meaning: Hair, fur, or a small amount.

Most Common Phrase: 毛笔 (máobǐ)

Explanation:

毛 (máo): This character generally refers to hair, fur, or a small amount of something. It can describe the fine, soft hair on animals or humans, or be used to indicate a small quantity.

毛笔 (máobǐ): Brush.

他用毛笔写字，非常有艺术感。- "He writes with a calligraphy brush, which gives his writing a very artistic touch."

向 (xiàng)

Meaning: Direction, to face, or to approach.

Most Common Phrase: 方向 (fāngxiàng)

Explanation:

向 (xiàng): This character generally refers to the direction or orientation toward which something is facing or moving. It can also mean "to approach" or "to head toward."

方向 (fāngxiàng): Direction.

我们需要确定正确的方向。- "We need to determine the correct direction."

么 (me)

Meaning: A character used in conjunction with other characters to form words and expressions, often implying a question or an interrogative sense.

Most Common Phrase: 什么 (shénme)

Explanation:

么 (me): This character itself is not commonly used alone. It usually appears in compound words and phrases where it adds a questioning or indefinite sense.

什么 (shénme): What.

你在找什么？- "What are you looking for?"

斤 (jīn)

Meaning: A traditional unit of weight in Chinese, roughly equivalent to 0.5 kilograms.

Most Common Phrase: 公斤 (gōngjīn)

Explanation:

斤 (jīn): This character represents a unit of weight traditionally used in China. It is approximately 0.5 kilograms.

公斤 (gōngjīn): Kilogram.

这个西瓜重五公斤。- "This watermelon weighs five kilograms."

所 (suǒ)

Meaning: The character 所 has various meanings depending on its usage, including "place," "location," or "what is."

Most Common Phrase: 所以 (suǒyǐ)

Explanation:

所 (suǒ): This character often functions as a grammatical particle that can indicate a place or a result. It is used in various contexts to form phrases indicating "what is" or "the place where."

所以 (suǒyǐ): "Therefore" or "so."

片 (piàn)

Meaning: The character 片 primarily means "slice," "piece," or "sheet."

Most Common Phrase: 照片 (zhàopiàn)

Explanation:

片 (piàn): This character indicates a flat, thin piece of something, such as a slice or a sheet. It is commonly used in various contexts to describe items like photographs, tablets, and even areas or regions.

照片 (zhàopiàn): "Photograph" or "photo."

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版 (bǎn)

Meaning: The character 版 generally means "version," "edition," or "plate." It is often associated with printing and publishing.

Most Common Phrase: 出版 (chūbǎn)

Explanation:

版 (bǎn): This character originally referred to a printing block or plate used in the process of printing. In modern usage, it also denotes editions or versions of books, software, and other works.

出版 (chūbǎn): "To publish" or "publishing."

师 (shī)

Meaning: The character 师 generally means "teacher," "master," or "expert."

Most Common Phrase: 老师 (lǎoshī)

Explanation:

师 (shī): This character denotes someone who imparts knowledge or skills, such as a teacher or instructor. It can also refer to a person who is skilled or an expert in a particular field.

老师 (lǎoshī): "Teacher."

牌 (pái)

Meaning: The character 牌 generally means "sign," "plaque," "brand," or "card."

Most Common Phrase: 品牌 (pǐnpái)

Explanation:

牌 (pái): This character denotes a sign or a symbol, often used to identify something, such as a brand or a card. It is commonly used in contexts related to identification, branding, or signaling.

品牌 (pǐnpái): "Brand."

帅 (shuài)

Meaning: The character 帅 generally means "handsome," "commander," or "elegant."

Most Common Phrase: 帅气 (shuàiqì)

Explanation:

帅 (shuài): This character often denotes being handsome or stylish, and is frequently used to describe people, especially men, who have an attractive appearance or charismatic demeanor. It can also mean "commander," as in a military leader.

帅气 (shuàiqì): "Handsome" or "cool."

及 (jí)

Meaning: The character 及 means "to reach," "to attain," or "and." It is often used to indicate reaching a certain level or point, as well as connecting elements in a sentence.

Most Common Phrase: 及时 (jíshí)

Explanation:

及 (jí): This character conveys the idea of reaching or catching up, and it can also be used to connect ideas or items, similar to the conjunction "and."

及时 (jíshí): "Timely" or "in time."

反 (fǎn)

Meaning: The character 反 means "opposite," "against," "reverse," or "to oppose." It is often used to express the idea of being contrary to something or someone.

Most Common Phrase: 反对 (fǎnduì)

Explanation:

反 (fǎn): This character conveys the idea of opposition or being contrary. It can also imply reversal or going against something.

反对 (fǎnduì): "To oppose" or "to be against."

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归 (guī)

Meaning: The character 归 means "to return," "to go back," or "to belong."

Most Common Phrase: 归还 (guīhuán)

Explanation:

归 (guī): This character signifies the act of returning or coming back to a place, or something being assigned or attributed to someone.

归还 (guīhuán): "To return" or "to give back."

请记得归还这本书。- "Please remember to return this book."

质 (zhì)

Meaning: The character 质 refers to "quality," "nature," or "substance."

Most Common Phrase: 质量 (zhìliàng)

Explanation:

质 (zhì): This character signifies the inherent quality or essence of an object or material.

质量 (zhìliàng): "Quality"

这款产品的质量非常好。- "The quality of this product is very good."

后 (hòu)

Meaning: The character 后 generally means "behind," "after," or "later." It can refer to time, position, or sequence.

Most Common Phrase: 后面 (hòumiàn)

Explanation:

后 (hòu): This character indicates something that comes after, either in time or place.

后面 (hòumiàn): "Behind" or "later"

请把东西放在桌子后面。- "Please put the things behind the table."

皮 (pí)

Meaning: The character 皮 generally means "skin," "hide," or "leather." It can refer to the outer covering of animals, humans, or even fruits.

Most Common Phrase: 皮肤 (pífū)

Explanation:

皮 (pí): This character refers to the outer layer or covering, often related to skin or hide.

皮肤 (pífū): "Skin"

Example sentence:

他的皮肤很光滑。- "His skin is very smooth."

九 (jiǔ)

Meaning: The character 九 means "nine," representing the number 9 in Chinese.

Most Common Phrase: 九十 (jiǔshí)

Explanation:

九 (jiǔ): Represents the number 9.

九十 (jiǔshí): "Ninety"

Example sentence:

他今年九十岁。- "He is ninety years old this year."

瓜 (guā)

Meaning: The character 瓜 refers to "melon" or "gourd." It is commonly used to describe various types of fruits in the cucurbit family.

Most Common Phrase: 黄瓜 (huángguā)

Explanation:

黄 (huáng): Means "yellow," but in the context of 黄瓜, it refers to the color and type of the cucumber.

黄瓜 (huángguā): "Cucumber"

Example sentence:

黄瓜非常清爽。- "Cucumbers are very refreshing."

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命 (mìng)

Meaning: Fate, life, destiny

Most Common Phrase: 命运 (mìng yùn)

Explanation:

命 (mìng): Refers to one's fate, life, or destiny. It can imply the inherent course of events in an individual's life.

命运 (mìng yùn): Fate or Destiny

Example sentence:

我们无法改变命运，但可以选择面对它的态度 - "We cannot change our fate, but we can choose our attitude towards it."

个 (gè)

Meaning: A measure word used for general counting; individual, one.

Most Common Phrase: 个人 (gè rén)

Explanation:

个 (gè): A versatile measure word often used to count people, objects, and abstract concepts in Chinese. It can also mean "individual" or "one."

个人 (gè rén): Individual or Persona

Example sentence:

这是我的个人观点 - "This is my opinion."

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余 (yú)

Meaning: Surplus, remaining, extra; more than.

Most Common Phrase: 多余 (duō yú)

Explanation:

余 (yú): Refers to something that is left over or remaining. It can also imply something that is extra or in excess.

多余 (duō yú): Superfluous or Unnecessary

Example sentence:

这些装饰显得多余 - "These decorations seem superfluous."

拿 (ná)

Meaning: To take, to hold, to grasp.

Most Common Phrase: 拿手 (ná shǒu)

Explanation:

拿 (ná): Refers to the action of taking, holding, or grasping something.

拿手 (ná shǒu): Skilled or Proficient

Example sentence:

他最拿手的是烹饪 - "His is cooking."

介 (jiè)

Meaning: To introduce, to recommend.

Most Common Phrase: 介绍 (jiè shào)

Explanation:

介 (jiè): Refers to the concept of introduction or recommendation.

介绍 (jiè shào): Introduction or Explanation

Example sentence:

我来介绍一下自己 - "Let me introduce myself."

金 (jīn)

Meaning: Gold, metal.

Most Common Phrase: 黄金 (huáng jīn)

Explanation:

金 (jīn): Refers to gold, a precious metal, and by extension can represent wealth or money.

黄金 (huáng jīn): Gold

Example sentence:

黄金是一种非常有价值的金属 - "Gold is a very valuable metal."