Learn a Chinese Character - 任 (rèn) - Appoint

1. Character Basics (基本特征)

Radical: 亻 (person radical)

Stroke Count: 6 (6 strokes)

Character Decomposition: 亻 + 壬 (person + ninth heavenly stem)

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2. Pronunciation (发音)

Pinyin: rèn (fourth tone)

3. Meaning (含义)

任 primarily means to appoint or to take up a post, and is used in various contexts related to responsibility and duty.

4. Common Words (常用词汇)

• 任务 (rèn wù) - task
• 任何 (rèn hé) - any
• 责任 (zé rèn) - responsibility

5. Grammar & Usage (语法与用法)

任 is primarily used as a verb to describe actions involving appointment or assumption of responsibility, and can also be used in compound words to describe various aspects of duty and obligation.

6. Cultural Background (文化背景)

In Chinese culture, 任 reflects the importance of responsibility and the significance of duty in social interactions.

7. Example Sentence (例句)

8. Memory Tips (记忆技巧)

Remember 任 as "person ninth heavenly stem" - the 亻 represents person, and 壬 means ninth heavenly stem, together forming the concept of appointment or responsibility.