Learn a Chinese Character - 康

1. Character Basics

Radical: 广 (roof radical)

Stroke Count: 11

Stroke Order:

2. Pronunciation

Pinyin: kāng

3. Meaning

English meaning: healthy, well-being, peaceful

4. Common Words

• 健康 (jiàn kāng) - health
• 康复 (kāng fù) - recover
• 安康 (ān kāng) - peace and health
• 小康 (xiǎo kāng) - moderately prosperous
• 康乐 (kāng lè) - health and happiness

5. Grammar & Usage

Usage notes:

• 通常用作形容词，表示健康、安宁的状态
• 可以组成复合词，表示各种与健康、幸福相关的概念
• 在祝福语中非常常见

6. Cultural Background

The character "康" originally depicted a person standing under a roof with a flag, symbolizing a peaceful and prosperous life. In Chinese culture, it is closely associated with health, well-being, and happiness, making it a common character in greetings and wishes.

7. Example Sentence

8. Memory Tips

Mnemonic: The character "康" has "广" (broad/roof) on top. Imagine living in a spacious house with good health and happiness.