Learn a Chinese Character - 鸣

1. Character Basics

Radical: \u0022\u9e21\u0022 (bird, simplified as \u0022\u9e21\u0022 radical, representing animals that make sounds)

Stroke Count: 8 strokes

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2. Pronunciation

Pinyin: míng (Second tone)

3. Meaning

To chirp; to sing; to crow; to call; to make a sound; to cry; to roar; to ring; to resound; to announce; to express; to voice; to declare; to鸣笛 (sound a horn)

4. Common Words

• \u0022\u58f0\u9e25\u0022 (shēng míng) - Sound; voice; noise; to make a sound
• \u0022\u9e25\u58f0\u0022 (míng shēng) - Sound; noise; reputation; fame
• \u0022\u9e25\u7acb\u0022 (míng lì) - To express; to voice; to declare
• \u0022\u9e25\u767d\u0022 (míng bái) - To make clear; to clarify; to explain
• \u0022\u9e25\u7b14\u0022 (míng bǐ) - To express in writing; to record
• \u0022\u9e25\u6c14\u0022 (míng qì) - Air horn; compressed air whistle
• \u0022\u9e25\u7b5b\u0022 (míng chá) - To inspect clearly; to examine carefully
• \u0022\u9e25\u66f2\u0022 (míng qǔ) - To sing a song; to perform music

5. Grammar & Usage

The character \u0022\u9e25\u0022 is primarily a verb that means "to make a sound" or "to call out". It can also function as a noun or be part of compound words.

• As a verb: Means "to chirp", "to sing", "to crow", or "to make a sound" in general
• As a verb in formal contexts: Can mean "to declare", "to announce", or "to express"
• In compound verbs: Forms verbs related to making sounds or expressing (e.g., \u0022\u9e25\u767d\u0022 to clarify, \u0022\u9e25\u7acb\u0022 to declare)
• In compound nouns: Forms nouns related to sounds or reputation (e.g., \u0022\u9e25\u58f0\u0022 sound/fame, \u0022\u9e25\u6c14\u0022 air horn)
• In idiomatic expressions: Used in set phrases related to making sounds or expressing opinions (e.g., \u0022\u9e25\u51fa\u5176\u820d\u0022 to speak out, \u0022\u9e25\u65e5\u9e25\u66f2\u0022 to sing all day)

6. Cultural Background

The character \u0022\u9e25\u0022 has rich cultural connotations in Chinese tradition. Originally representing the sound of birds, it later extended to include all kinds of sounds and expressions.

In classical Chinese poetry and literature, \u0022\u9e25\u0022 is often used to describe the sounds of nature, such as birds singing, which creates vivid imagery and conveys emotions. It also symbolizes communication and self-expression, emphasizing the importance of making one's voice heard in various contexts.

7. Example Sentence

8. Memory Tips

The character \u0022\u9e25\u0022 has 8 strokes and is composed of \u0022\u9e25\u9996\u0022 (left part, representing a bird) and \u0022\u547d\u0022 (right part, meaning "life" or "order").

• Remember the structure: a bird (left part) making a sound (right part suggests action)
• Associate the bird radical (left part) with the idea of making sounds, as birds are known for their calls and songs
• The right part \u0022\u547d\u0022 is a common component that helps with pronunciation
• Connect it with words you already know like \u0022\u58f0\u9e25\u0022 (sound) or \u0022\u9e25\u58f0\u0022 (reputation)
• Remember its meaning relates to making sounds, expressing, or declaring