Learn a Chinese Character - 恳

1. Character Basics

Radical: 心 (heart/mind radical)

Stroke Count: 10

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2. Pronunciation

Pinyin: kěn

3. Meaning

English meaning: sincere, earnest, request earnestly, pleading

4. Common Words

• 诚恳 (chéng kěn) - sincere, earnest
• 恳求 (kěn qiú) - earnestly request, plead
• 恳切 (kěn qiè) - sincere, earnest, cordial
• 恳请 (kěn qǐng) - earnestly request
• 恳谈 (kěn tán) - sincere talk, heart-to-heart talk

5. Grammar & Usage

Usage notes:

• 作为形容词，表示真诚的、恳切的：诚恳的态度。(Sincere attitude.)
• 作为动词，表示诚恳地请求：恳求帮助。(Earnestly request help.)
• 常见搭配：诚恳、恳求、恳切、恳请
• 常用于正式和礼貌的请求或表达真诚的场合

6. Cultural Background

In Chinese culture, sincerity and earnestness are highly valued qualities. The character "恳" combines "艮" (mountain) and "心" (heart), suggesting a heart as solid and steadfast as a mountain. This reflects the cultural emphasis on genuine and heartfelt communication and behavior.

7. Example Sentence

8. Memory Tips

Mnemonic: The character "恳" has "心" (heart) at the bottom and "艮" (mountain) on top. Imagine a heart as strong and solid as a mountain, representing sincere and earnest feelings or requests.