"person" radical in Chinese characters (Kangxi radical 9)
unknown, 2 strokes, radical 亻, rank #78329, Very Hard
rén(ren2) T2
1man, person; people
2"person" radical in Chinese characters (Kangxi radical 9)
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March 24, 2026
亻rén(ren2)
The character 亻 (rén) represents the concept of 'man' or 'person' and serves as a radical in many Chinese characters. It is commonly used to denote human-related concepts and is a key component in understanding the meaning of other characters that involve people.
Strokes2Radical亻Frequency#78329DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 'person' or 'people' is foundational, reflecting the importance of community and social relationships in Chinese society. The character 亻 is often seen in terms that describe social roles or family, showcasing the value placed on interpersonal connections.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person standing with one leg slightly bent, resembling the character 亻. The shape can remind you of a human figure, and the pronunciation 'rén' sounds like 'run,' as if the person is about to run.
Meanings of 亻
rén(ren2)
1man, person; people
2"person" radical in Chinese characters (Kangxi radical 9)
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亻Simplified
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a person standing with one leg slightly bent, resembling the character 亻. The shape can remind you of a human figure, and the pronunciation 'rén' sounds like 'run,' as if the person is about to run.
Usage Notes
When using 亻 as a radical, it is important to understand its presence in other characters, such as 你 (nǐ, you) or 他 (tā, he). Students should also be cautious with the tone, as 'rén' is pronounced with a rising tone, which can change meaning if mispronounced.
HSK Study Tips
Although 亻 itself is not an HSK vocabulary word, it appears in many HSK-level characters. Focus on how it combines with other components to form words and practice recognizing it in various contexts.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 'person' or 'people' is foundational, reflecting the importance of community and social relationships in Chinese society. The character 亻 is often seen in terms that describe social roles or family, showcasing the value placed on interpersonal connections.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse the pronunciation of 亻 with similar sounding words, leading to miscommunication. For instance, saying 'ren' instead of 'rén' can change the meaning entirely.
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Cultural Notes for 亻
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of 'person' or 'people' is foundational, reflecting the importance of community and social relationships in Chinese society. The character 亻 is often seen in terms that describe social roles or family, showcasing the value placed on interpersonal connections.
Word Family of 亻
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亻rén"person" radical in Chinese characters (Kangxi radical 9)
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Frequently Asked Questions about 亻
亻 represents 'person' or 'man' and is primarily used as a radical in other characters.
Yes, common words include 你 (nǐ, you) and 他 (tā, he).
