Learn a Chinese Character - 旨 (zhǐ) - Purpose

1. Character Basics (汉字基本信息)

Radical: 日 (Sun radical)

Stroke Count: 6

Character Decomposition: 匕 + 日 (A dagger-like shape + Sun)

Stroke Order:

2. Pronunciation (发音)

Pinyin: zhǐ (Third tone)

3. Meaning (含义)

旨 can mean purpose, aim, or the main idea. It can also refer to an imperial edict in ancient times. (“旨”可以表示目的、宗旨、主要意思，在古代还可指帝王的命令。)

4. Common Words (常用词汇)

• 宗旨 (zōng zhǐ) - Purpose, aim
• 圣旨 (shèng zhǐ) - Imperial edict
• 旨意 (zhǐ yì) - Will, intention

5. Grammar & Usage (语法与用法)

旨 is mainly used as a noun. It can be used in phrases to express the core meaning or the command. (“旨”主要用作名词，可用于表达核心意思或命令。)

6. Cultural Background (文化背景)

In ancient China, an imperial edict was written with the word 旨, which represented the highest authority. It also reflects the traditional concept of respecting authority. (在中国古代，帝王的命令文书常使用“旨”字，它代表着最高权力，也体现了传统的尊权观念。)

7. Example Sentence (例句)

8. Memory Tips (记忆技巧)

You can think of 旨 as the "main idea" coming from the "sun" (日), as the sun is a symbol of light and guidance. (你可以把“旨”想象成从“日”（太阳）而来的“主要意思”，因为太阳是光明和指引的象征。)