Learn a Chinese Character - 兴 (xīng/xìng) - Prosper/Interest

1. Character Basics (基本特征)

Radical: 八 (eight radical)

Stroke Count: 6 (6 strokes)

Character Decomposition: 八 + 一 + 口 (eight + one + mouth)

Stroke Order:

2. Pronunciation (发音)

Pinyin: xīng/xìng (first tone/fourth tone)

3. Meaning (含义)

兴 primaries means prosper or interest, and is used in various contexts related to development and enthusiasm.

4. Common Words (常用词汇)

• 兴趣 (xìng qù) - interest
• 兴奋 (xīng fèn) - excited
• 兴旺 (xīng wàng) - prosperous

5. Grammar & Usage (语法与用法)

兴 is primarily used as a verb to describe prosperity, and can also be used in compound words to describe various aspects of interest and enthusiasm.

6. Cultural Background (文化背景)

In Chinese culture, 兴 reflects the importance of prosperity and interest in traditional practices such as philosophy and daily life.

7. Example Sentence (例句)

8. Memory Tips (记忆技巧)

Remember 兴 as "eight one mouth" - the 八 represents eight, 一 means one, and 口 means mouth, together forming the concept of prosperity.