Learn a Chinese Character - 嘱 (zhǔ) - Exhort

1. Character Basics (基本信息)

Radical: 口 (Mouth radical, indicating it's related to speaking)

Stroke Count: 15

Character Decomposition: 口 + 属 (Mouth + Belong. It implies speaking something that one attaches importance to)

Stroke Order:

2. Pronunciation (发音)

Pinyin: zhǔ (Third tone)

3. Meaning (含义)

To exhort, enjoin, or give instructions earnestly. (指诚恳地劝告、叮嘱，认真地给予指示)

4. Common Words (常用词汇)

• 嘱咐 (zhǔ fù) - Exhort; Tell somebody to do something
• 医嘱 (yī zhǔ) - Doctor's advice

5. Grammar & Usage (语法与用法)

“嘱” is usually used as a verb. It can be followed by an object, such as a person or a task. For example, “嘱咐某人做某事” (exhort someone to do something). “嘱”通常用作动词，后面可接人或事情作宾语，如“嘱咐某人做某事”。

6. Cultural Background (文化背景)

In Chinese culture, giving earnest exhortations is often a way of showing care and concern, especially among family members and friends. Doctors' exhortations are also highly respected. 在中国文化中，认真地叮嘱他人是表达关心的一种方式，常见于家人和朋友之间。医嘱也备受重视。

7. Example Sentence (例句)

8. Memory Tips (记忆技巧)

You can remember “嘱” by associating the “口” (mouth) radical with speaking, and “属” implies something that one attaches importance to. So, it's about speaking earnestly about important things. 可以把“口”旁和说话联系起来，“属”有重视的意味，合起来就是认真地说重要的事情，这样来记忆“嘱”字。