Learn a Chinese Character - 险 (xiǎn) - Danger

1. Character Basics (基本特征)

Radical: 阝 (mound radical)

Stroke Count: 9 (9 strokes)

Character Decomposition: 阝 + 佥 (mound + all)

Stroke Order:

2. Pronunciation (发音)

Pinyin: xiǎn (third tone)

3. Meaning (含义)

险 primarily means danger, and is used in various contexts related to risk and peril.

4. Common Words (常用词汇)

• 危险 (wēi xiǎn) - dangerous
• 保险 (bǎo xiǎn) - insurance
• 冒险 (mào xiǎn) - to take risks

5. Grammar & Usage (语法与用法)

险 is primarily used as a noun to describe danger, and can also be used in compound words to describe various aspects of risk and peril.

6. Cultural Background (文化背景)

In Chinese culture, 险 reflects the importance of caution and preparedness in traditional practices such as martial arts and daily life.

7. Example Sentence (例句)

8. Memory Tips (记忆技巧)

Remember 险 as "mound all" - the 阝 represents mound, and 佥 means all, together forming the concept of danger.