Learn a Chinese Character - 撑 (chēng) - Prop up, Support

1. Character Basics 汉字基础

Radical: 扌 (Hand, used to indicate actions related to hands) 部首：扌（手，与手部动作有关）

Stroke Count: 15 笔画数：15

Character Structure: Left-right structure, composed of "扌" (hand) on the left and "掌" (palm) on the right, indicating an action done with hands. 汉字结构：左右结构，左边是“扌”（手），右边是“掌”（手掌），表示用手进行的动作。

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2. Pronunciation 发音

Pinyin: chēng 拼音：chēng

3. Meaning 含义

Prop up, support; endure; fill to the full 撑的意思有：支撑、顶住；忍受；使饱满

4. Common Words 常用词汇

• 撑船 (chēng chuán) - Punt a boat 用篙抵住河底使船行进
• 撑腰 (chēng yāo) - Back sb. up 比喻给予有力的支持
• 撑门面 (chēng mén miàn) - Keep up appearances 维持外表的排场

5. Grammar & Usage 语法与用法

"撑" can be used as a verb. For example, "他撑着一把伞" (He is holding an umbrella). It can also be used in idiomatic expressions. “撑” 可以作为动词使用。例如，“他撑着一把伞”（He is holding an umbrella）。它也可用于一些习语表达中。

6. Cultural Background 文化背景

In Chinese culture, the character "撑" often implies the spirit of perseverance and support. For example, in difficult times, people need to "撑" through. 在中国文化中，“撑” 这个字常常蕴含着坚持和支撑的精神。例如，在困难时期，人们需要“撑”过去。

7. Example Sentence 例句

8. Memory Tips 记忆技巧

You can associate the character "撑" with the action of using your hands to support something. The left part "扌" represents hands, and the right part "掌" emphasizes the use of hands. 你可以将“撑”这个字与用手支撑某物的动作联系起来。左边的“扌”代表手，右边的“掌”强调了手的使用。