Learn a Chinese Character - 宙 (zhòu) - Cosmos

1. Character Basics (基本信息)

Radical: 宀 (roof radical, often associated with a house or enclosure)

Stroke Count: 8

Character Decomposition: 宀 + 由 (roof + cause; the idea might be related to the "origin" or "space" under the vast expanse like a roof)

Stroke Order:

2. Pronunciation (发音)

Pinyin: zhòu (fourth tone)

3. Meaning (含义)

宙 generally refers to the concept of the universe, especially in terms of time and space. It often appears in phrases related to the cosmos and the infinite expanse of time and space.

4. Common Words (常用词汇)

• 宇宙 (yǔ zhòu) - universe
• 宙合 (zhòu hé) - the whole universe; all - encompassing

5. Grammar & Usage (语法与用法)

宙 is mainly used as a noun and often appears in compound words to describe the vastness of the universe. It is a more formal and literary term.

6. Cultural Background (文化背景)

In Chinese culture, the concept of 宇宙 represents the infinite expanse of time and space. Ancient Chinese philosophers have long contemplated the nature of the universe, and 宙 is an important part of these philosophical and cultural discussions.

7. Example Sentence (例句)

8. Memory Tips (记忆技巧)

To remember 宙, think of the "宀" as the vast expanse of the universe like a big roof, and "由" can be associated with the origin or the "cause" of everything in the universe. So together, 宙 represents the universe in terms of time and space.