Chinese Character: 旅
1. Character Basics
Radical: 方(fāng, square radical)
Stroke Count: 10
Stroke Order:
2. Pronunciation
Pinyin: lǚ (Third tone)
3. Meaning
Travel; journey; trip; tour; traveler
4. Common Words
- 旅行 (lǚxíng) - travel; journey
- 旅游 (lǚyóu) - tourism; travel for pleasure
- 旅客 (lǚkè) - passenger; traveler
- 旅社 (lǚshè) - hotel; inn
- 旅途 (lǚtú) - journey; trip
- 旅行社 (lǚxíngshè) - travel agency
- 差旅费 (lǚchāifèi) - travel expenses
5. Grammar & Usage
The character "旅" is primarily used as a noun referring to travel, journey, or a traveler. It is often combined with other characters to form compound nouns related to travel, tourism, and related concepts. In Chinese, "旅" can also be used in verbs and adjectives when combined with appropriate characters, such as "旅行" (to travel) or "旅游" (to go sightseeing).
6. Cultural Background
Travel has been an important part of Chinese culture for thousands of years. Ancient Chinese scholars and poets often traveled extensively, seeking knowledge, new experiences, or inspiration for their works. In modern times, China has become one of the world's leading countries in terms of both domestic and international tourism. The character "旅" reflects this cultural significance, with its original meaning related to military units on the move, evolving over time to encompass all types of travel and journeys.
7. Example Sentence
Chinese: 他们计划下个月去欧洲旅行。
Pinyin: Tāmen jìhuà xià gè yuè qù Ōuzhōu lǚxíng.
English: They plan to travel to Europe next month.
8. Memory Tips
The character 旅 is composed of 方(fāng, square) on the left and 㐄(lǜ, a component representing movement or going) on the right. You can remember this character by associating the left part "方" with a compass direction (guiding travel) and the right part with the idea of moving or going. Together, they represent the concept of travel or journeying to different places.