Chinese Character: 抗
1. Character Basics
Radical: 扌 (hand radical)
Stroke Count: 7
Stroke Order:
2. Pronunciation
Pinyin: kàng
3. Meaning
English meaning: resist, oppose, fight against
4. Common Words
- 抗战 (kàng zhàn) - war of resistance
- 反抗 (fǎn kàng) - resist, revolt
- 抵抗 (dǐ kàng) - resist, oppose
- 抗压 (kàng yā) - resist pressure
- 抗体 (kàng tǐ) - antibody
5. Grammar & Usage
Usage notes:
- 主要用作动词，表示抵抗、反对的动作
- 可以组成复合词，表示各种抵抗行为或能力
- 在医学领域也有特殊用法（如：抗体）
6. Cultural Background
The character "抗" consists of "扌" (hand) and "亢" (high, proud). Originally, it meant to raise up or resist. In Chinese culture, it is often associated with resistance against oppression and perseverance in the face of difficulties.
7. Example Sentence
Chinese: 中国人民进行了八年抗战。
Pinyin: Zhōngguó rénmín jìnxíngle bā nián kàngzhàn.
English: The Chinese people fought an eight-year war of resistance.
8. Memory Tips
Mnemonic: The character "抗" has "扌" (hand) on the left and "亢" (high) on the right. Imagine raising your hand high to resist or oppose something.