Learn a Chinese Character - 从 (cóng)

1. Character Basics 汉字基本信息

Radical: 人 (rén, person) 部首：人

Stroke Count: 4 笔画数：4

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2. Pronunciation 发音

Pinyin: cóng 拼音：cóng

3. Meaning 含义

Follow; from; secondary 跟随；从；次要的

4. Common Words 常用词汇

从前 (cóng qián) - Once upon a time 从前
从来 (cóng lái) - Always; ever 从来
服从 (fú cóng) - Obey; submit 服从

5. Grammar & Usage 语法用法

“从” is often used to indicate the starting point of time or space. For example, “从今天开始” (cóng jīn tiān kāi shǐ) means “starting from today”. “从” 常用于表示时间或空间的起点。例如，“从今天开始” 表示 “从今天开始”。

6. Cultural Background 文化背景

In Chinese culture, the character “从” implies the relationship of following and subordination. It reflects the traditional values of respect for hierarchy and cooperation. 在中国文化中，“从” 字蕴含着跟随和从属的关系，体现了尊重等级和合作的传统价值观。

7. Example Sentence 例句

他从北京来。 (Tā cóng Běi jīng lái.) - He comes from Beijing. 他从北京来。

8. Memory Tips 记忆技巧

You can imagine two people walking one behind the other, which represents the meaning of “follow”. This can help you remember the character “从”. 你可以想象两个人一个跟着一个走，这代表了 “跟随” 的意思，有助于你记住 “从” 这个字。