擦 (cā) - Chinese Character Learning

Pronunciation: [tsʰä] (similar to "tsa" in "pizza")

Character Basics (字形基础)

Radical: 扌 (Hand radical, indicates hand-related actions)

Stroke Count: 17 (17 writing strokes)

Character Structure:

扌 (Hand) + 察 (chá, observe) → "Hand action requiring careful observation"

Core Meaning (核心含义)

Primary meaning: 擦 (cā) = To wipe/rub (clean surfaces by friction)

Usage Contexts:

  • 擦桌子 (Clean the table)
  • 擦药 (Apply ointment by rubbing)
  • 摩擦 (Friction between objects)

5. 语法应用 (Grammar Usage)

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例句结构：擦 + 名词 (Wipe + noun structure)

6. 文化背景 (Cultural Context)

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7. 例句示范 (Example Sentence)

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Cultural Insight (文化背景)

In Chinese Tradition:

  • Daily cleaning is considered essential for hygiene
  • Character structure reflects the combination of physical action (hand) and mental process (observation)