Learn a Chinese Character - 吃 (chī

1. Character Basics 汉字基础

Radical: 口 (mouth) 部首：口

Stroke Count: 6 笔画数：6

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2. Pronunciation 发音

Pinyin: chī 拼音：chī

3. Meaning 含义

Eat, consume 吃，食用

4. Common Words 常用词汇

吃饭 (chī fàn) - Have a meal 吃饭 - 用餐
吃东西 (chī dōng xi) - Eat something 吃东西 - 吃某物

5. Grammar & Usage 语法与用法

“吃” is usually followed by the object of the action, such as food or drink. For example, "吃饭" (chī fàn) means "have a meal". “吃” 通常后面接动作的对象，如食物或饮料。例如，“吃饭” (chī fàn) 表示 “用餐”。

6. Cultural Background 文化背景

In Chinese culture, food plays an important role in social gatherings and family reunions. Sharing a meal is a way to strengthen relationships and show hospitality. 在中国文化中，食物在社交聚会和家庭团聚中扮演着重要角色。一起用餐是增进关系和表达好客的一种方式。

7. Example Sentence 例句

我每天都吃饭。 (Wǒ měi tiān dōu chī fàn.) - I eat meals every day. 我每天都吃饭。 - 我每天都用餐。

8. Memory Tips 记忆技巧

Think of the character "吃" as a person with an open mouth (the radical "口") ready to eat. This can help you remember its meaning and pronunciation. 把 “吃” 这个字想象成一个张开嘴巴（部首 “口”）准备吃东西的人。这可以帮助你记住它的含义和发音。