Chinese Character: 链
1. Character Basics
Radical: 钅 (jīn, metal radical)
Stroke Count: 12
Stroke Order:
2. Pronunciation
Pinyin: liàn (Fourth tone)
3. Meaning
Chain; link; to chain; to link; to connect; to join; to bind; to tie up; chain-like object
4. Common Words
- 链接 (liànjiē) - link; connection; hyperlink
- 链条 (liàntiáo) - chain; link chain
- 锁链 (suǒliàn) - chains; fetters
- 产业链 (chǎnyèliàn) - industrial chain; supply chain
- 食物链 (shíwùliàn) - food chain
- 连锁店 (liànsuǒdiàn) - chain store
- 链表 (liànbiǎo) - linked list (computer science)
- 链反应 (liànfǎnyìng) - chain reaction
5. Grammar & Usage
"链" is a noun and verb that describes the concept of linking or connecting things together in a chain-like manner.
Grammar Patterns:
- 链 + 名: 链接 (link), 链条 (chain)
- 名 + 链: 产业链 (industrial chain), 食物链 (food chain)
- 链 + 动: 链结 (to link), 链接 (to connect)
- 被 + 链 + 起来: 被链接起来 (to be linked together)
- 链 + 着 + 名: 链着许多环节 (linked with many segments)
6. Cultural Background
The character "链" has been used in Chinese language to describe physical chains and connections for centuries.
In modern times, with the development of technology and the internet, "链" has taken on new meanings, particularly in the context of digital connections, such as hyperlinks on websites.
The concept of chains also appears in various Chinese idioms and sayings, often symbolizing connections, continuity, or constraints.
Additionally, chains have cultural significance in traditional Chinese culture, sometimes representing loyalty, connection, or even imprisonment depending on the context.
7. Example Sentence
中文: 点击这个链接可以访问我们的官方网站。
Pinyin: Diǎnjī zhège liànjiē kěyǐ fǎngwèn wǒmen de guānfāng wǎngzhàn.
English: Click on this link to visit our official website.
8. Memory Tips
The character "链" (liàn) consists of two parts:
- The radical "钅" (metal radical) on the left, indicating that the original meaning is related to metal
- The component "连" on the right, which provides the pronunciation
To remember the character, think of it as "metal (钅) that connects or links (连)," which directly relates to its meaning of chain or link.
Practice writing the character following the stroke order to help with memorization.
Associate the character with common words like "链接" (hyperlink) to reinforce its modern meaning.
Listen to and practice the pronunciation "liàn" to become familiar with its sound.