Learn a Chinese Character - 线 (xiàn) - Line

1. Character Basics (基本特征)

Radical: 纟 (silk radical)

Stroke Count: 8 (8 strokes)

Character Decomposition: 纟 + 戋 (silk + small)

Stroke Order:

2. Pronunciation (发音)

Pinyin: xiàn (fourth tone)

3. Meaning (含义)

线 primarily means line, and is used in various contexts related to threads and connections.

4. Common Words (常用词汇)

• 线条 (xiàn tiáo) - line
• 线路 (xiàn lù) - route
• 电线 (diàn xiàn) - electric wire

5. Grammar & Usage (语法与用法)

线 is primarily used as a noun to describe line, and can also be used in compound words to describe various aspects of threads and connections.

6. Cultural Background (文化背景)

In Chinese culture, 线 reflects the importance of connections and threads in traditional practices such as embroidery and daily life.

7. Example Sentence (例句)

8. Memory Tips (记忆技巧)

Remember 线 as "silk small" - the 纟 represents silk, and 戋 means small, together forming the concept of line.