Learn a Chinese Character - 羡 (xiàn) - Admire

1. Character Basics (基本特征)

Radical: 羊 (sheep radical)

Stroke Count: 12 (12 strokes)

Character Decomposition: 羊 + 欠 (sheep + owe)

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2. Pronunciation (发音)

Pinyin: xiàn (fourth tone)

3. Meaning (含义)

羡 primaries means admire, and is used in various contexts related to envy and admiration.

4. Common Words (常用词汇)

• 羡慕 (xiàn mù) - to admire
• 艳羡 (yàn xiàn) - to envy
• 钦羡 (qīn xiàn) - to admire

5. Grammar & Usage (语法与用法)

羡 is primarily used as a verb to describe admiration, and can also be used in compound words to describe various aspects of envy and admiration.

6. Cultural Background (文化背景)

In Chinese culture, 羡 reflects the importance of admiration and envy in traditional practices such as literature and daily life.

7. Example Sentence (例句)

8. Memory Tips (记忆技巧)

Remember 羡 as "sheep owe" - the 羊 represents sheep, and 欠 means owe, together forming the concept of admiration.