Learn a Chinese Character - 惩 (chéng, Punish)

1. Character Basics 汉字基础

Radical: 心 (Heart radical) 部首：心

Stroke Count: 12 笔画数：12

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2. Pronunciation 发音

Pinyin: chéng 拼音：chéng

3. Meaning 含义

Punish; Penalize 惩罚；处罚

4. Common Words 常用词汇

惩罚 (Punishment) chéng fá，处罚，惩戒
惩治 (Punish and Control) chéng zhì，惩办，整治

5. Grammar & Usage 语法与用法

“惩” is often used as a verb, usually followed by an object to indicate the person or thing to be punished. For example: 惩罚罪犯 (Punish criminals). “惩”常作动词，后面一般接宾语，表示被惩罚的人或事物。例如：惩罚罪犯（惩罚犯罪分子）。

6. Cultural Background 文化背景

In Chinese culture, the concept of "punishment" is an important part of maintaining social order and moral norms. The character "惩" reflects the traditional Chinese view of justice and the importance of punishing wrongdoings. 在中国文化中，“惩罚”的概念是维护社会秩序和道德规范的重要组成部分。“惩”字体现了中国传统的正义观念以及惩处恶行的重要性。

7. Example Sentence 例句

法律必须严惩那些违法犯罪的人。 (The law must severely punish those who break the law and commit crimes.) 法律一定要严厉地惩罚那些违法犯罪的人。

8. Memory Tips 记忆技巧

You can associate the character "惩" with its radical "心". It implies that when punishing someone, it involves a certain psychological judgment and decision. Also, think of some common words containing "惩" to help you remember. 你可以将“惩”字与它的部首“心”联系起来。这意味着在惩罚某人时，涉及到一定的心理判断和决策。此外，联想一些包含“惩”的常用词汇来帮助记忆。