Learn a Chinese Character - 箱 (xiāng) - Box

1. Character Basics (基本特征)

Radical: 竹 (bamboo radical)

Stroke Count: 15 (15 strokes)

Character Decomposition: 竹 + 相 (bamboo + mutual)

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2. Pronunciation (发音)

Pinyin: xiāng (first tone)

3. Meaning (含义)

箱 primarily means box, and is used in various contexts related to containers and storage.

4. Common Words (常用词汇)

• 箱子 (xiāng zi) - box
• 行李箱 (xíng lǐ xiāng) - suitcase
• 信箱 (xìn xiāng) - mailbox

5. Grammar & Usage (语法与用法)

箱 is primarily used as a noun to describe boxes and containers, and can also be used in compound words to describe various aspects of storage.

6. Cultural Background (文化背景)

In Chinese culture, 箱 reflects the importance of storage and organization in traditional practices such as daily life and travel.

7. Example Sentence (例句)

8. Memory Tips (记忆技巧)

Remember 箱 as "bamboo mutual" - the 竹 represents bamboo, and 相 means mutual, together forming the concept of box.