中
Meaning:
central; center, middle; amidst; to hit (target), to attain; China; Chinese
HSK 1
Frequency:
#79
Pinyin:
zhōng
Strokes:
4
Radical:
丨
How to Write 中 - 4 Strokes
Watch how each stroke is written step-by-step
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About "中" in Chinese
The Chinese character 中 (zhōng) means "central; center, middle; amidst; to hit (target), to attain; China; Chinese". It is classified as an HSK 1 character, making it essential for beginners. This character is written with 4 strokes. Common words containing 中 include: 中国, 中中, 之中.
📚 Words and Phrases with 中
Common words containing this character
💬 Example Sentences with 中
See how "中" is used in context
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我在学中文。
I am learning Chinese.
2
书在包中。
The book is in the bag.
3
他在工作中。
He is working.
📜 Etymology
Type: Ideographic
Origin: A line 丨 through the center of a box 口
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- How do you pronounce "中"?
- The pinyin is zhōng
- How many strokes does "中" have?
- It has 4 strokes
- What does "中" mean?
- central; center, middle; amidst; to hit (target), to attain; China; Chinese
- What is the radical of "中"?
- The radical is "丨"