Learn a Chinese Character - 向 (xiàng) - Direction

1. Character Basics (基本特征)

Radical: 口 (mouth radical)

Stroke Count: 6 (6 strokes)

Character Decomposition: 丿 + 冋 (slash + return)

Stroke Order:

2. Pronunciation (发音)

Pinyin: xiàng (fourth tone)

3. Meaning (含义)

向 primarily means direction, and is used in various contexts related to orientation and guidance.

4. Common Words (常用词汇)

• 方向 (fāng xiàng) - direction
• 向往 (xiàng wǎng) - yearn for
• 向前 (xiàng qián) - forward

5. Grammar & Usage (语法与用法)

向 is primarily used as a noun to describe direction, and can also be used in compound words to describe various aspects of orientation and guidance.

6. Cultural Background (文化背景)

In Chinese culture, 向 reflects the importance of direction and orientation in traditional practices such as feng shui and daily life.

7. Example Sentence (例句)

8. Memory Tips (记忆技巧)

Remember 向 as "slash return" - the 丿 represents slash, and 冋 means return, together forming the concept of direction.