Learn a Chinese Character - 现 (xiàn) - Present

1. Character Basics (基本特征)

Radical: 王 (jade radical)

Stroke Count: 8 (8 strokes)

Character Decomposition: 王 + 见 (jade + see)

Stroke Order:

2. Pronunciation (发音)

Pinyin: xiàn (fourth tone)

3. Meaning (含义)

现 primarily means present, and is used in various contexts related to current time and appearance.

4. Common Words (常用词汇)

• 现在 (xiàn zài) - now
• 现象 (xiàn xiàng) - phenomenon
• 现实 (xiàn shí) - reality

5. Grammar & Usage (语法与用法)

现 is primarily used as an adjective to describe present, and can also be used in compound words to describe various aspects of current time and appearance.

6. Cultural Background (文化背景)

In Chinese culture, 现 reflects the importance of the present moment in traditional practices such as philosophy and daily life.

7. Example Sentence (例句)

8. Memory Tips (记忆技巧)

Remember 现 as "jade see" - the 王 represents jade, and 见 means see, together forming the concept of present.