Character: 表
1. Character Basics
Radical: 衣 (clothing)
Stroke Count: 8
Stroke Order:
2. Pronunciation
Pinyin: biǎo (third tone)
3. Meaning
Watch, clock; outer appearance, expression.
4. Common Words
- 手表 (shǒu biǎo): wristwatch
- 表面 (biǎo miàn): surface, appearance
- 表达 (biǎo dá): to express
5. Grammar & Usage
表 can be used as a noun to refer to a watch or clock, or to describe the outer appearance or expression of something.
6. Cultural Background
In Chinese culture, the character 表 is often associated with timekeeping and precision, as well as with expressing one's thoughts and feelings openly.
7. Example Sentence
他戴了一块漂亮的手表。
He wears a beautiful wristwatch.
8. Memory Tips
Think of 表 as a clock with hands pointing to the time to help remember its meaning related to timekeeping.