Learn a Chinese Character - 赞 (zàn) - Praise

1. Character Basics (基本信息)

Radical: 贝 (Shell, representing value in ancient times)

Stroke Count: 16

Character Decomposition: 赞 can be seen as composed of "先" (first) and "贝" (shell, representing value), implying to praise first with something of value. (汉字分解：赞 可看作由 “先”（首先）和 “贝”（贝壳，古代代表价值）组成，寓意先用有价值的东西来赞扬)

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2. Pronunciation (发音)

Pinyin: zàn (Fourth tone)

3. Meaning (含义)

赞 mainly means to praise, commend, or approve. (赞 主要表示赞扬、称赞、赞同)

4. Common Words (常用词汇)

• 赞美 (zàn měi) - Praise; Admire
• 称赞 (chēng zàn) - Commend; Laud
• 赞同 (zàn tóng) - Approve; Agree with

5. Grammar & Usage (语法与用法)

赞 is usually used as a verb. It can be followed by the object being praised. For example, "赞他的行为" (Praise his behavior). (赞 通常用作动词，后面可接被赞扬的对象。例如，“赞他的行为”（赞扬他的行为）)

6. Cultural Background (文化背景)

In Chinese culture, praising others is an important way to express respect and recognition. Using 赞 appropriately can enhance interpersonal relationships. (在中国文化中，赞扬他人是表达尊重和认可的重要方式。恰当地使用 “赞” 可以增进人际关系)

7. Example Sentence (例句)

8. Memory Tips (记忆技巧)

You can remember 赞 by associating it with the action of praising someone first with something valuable (represented by "贝"). Also, note the combination of "先" and "贝". (你可以通过联想先用有价值的东西（用 “贝” 代表）来赞扬某人的动作来记住 “赞”。同时，注意 “先” 和 “贝” 的组合)