unknown, 14 strokes, radical 彡, rank #20441, Very Hard
zhāng(zhang1)zhang T1
1manifest
2clear, manifest, obvious
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March 24, 2026
彰zhāng(zhang1)
The character 彰 (zhāng) means to manifest or make something clear and obvious. It is often used in contexts where clarity or conspicuousness is important, such as in expressions of ideas, qualities, or evidence. This character emphasizes the transparency of information or characteristics.
Strokes14Radical彡Frequency#20441DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, clarity and transparency are valued in communication and governance. The concept of 彰 aligns with the cultural emphasis on honesty and forthrightness in relationships and societal interactions.
Memory Tip
Imagine a bright light shining on a hidden object, revealing it clearly to see. The character 彰 looks like a person (亻) standing bold and proud, with clarity (章) shining around them, making their presence unmistakable.
Meanings of 彰
zhāng(zhang1)
1manifest
2clear, manifest, obvious
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About 彰
彰Simplified
14Strokes
彡Radical
地名míngcíplace name (p.n.)Part of Speech
#20441Frequency Rank
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AI Study Notes for 彰
Quick Contrast
显 (xiǎn) — use 彰 when emphasizing clarity or obviousness in a more formal or literary context, whereas 显 is more commonly used in everyday language.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 彰 with similar-sounding characters that have different meanings, such as 张 (zhāng) which means 'to open' or 'to stretch.' This character is more formal and is often used in written contexts rather than casual conversation.
HSK Study Tips
Though 彰 is not part of the official HSK lists, it is useful for learners at HSK 4 and above, especially when discussing clarity or manifest qualities. Focus on how it can be combined with other characters to form phrases related to clarity or visibility.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 彰 with the character 章 (zhāng), which means 'chapter' or 'seal.' For example, saying '他很章' instead of '他很彰' (meaning 'he is very clear') is incorrect; the correct phrase should use 彰.
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彰 = 彡 + 章. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 彰
IDS Structure⿰章彡
彰Full Character
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章Zhang1
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彡shan1
right
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Parts
Which of these is part of 彰?
How to say manifest in Chinese
“manifest” in Chinese is彰zhāng
The character 彰 (zhāng) means to manifest or make something clear and obvious. It is often used in contexts where clarity or conspicuousness is important, such as in expressions of ideas, qualities, or evidence. This character emphasizes the transparency of information or characteristics.
When to use 彰
Be careful not to confuse 彰 with similar-sounding characters that have different meanings, such as 张 (zhāng) which means 'to open' or 'to stretch.' This character is more formal and is often used in written contexts rather than casual conversation.
彰 or something close to it
显 (xiǎn) — use 彰 when emphasizing clarity or obviousness in a more formal or literary context, whereas 显 is more commonly used in everyday language.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 彰 with the character 章 (zhāng), which means 'chapter' or 'seal.' For example, saying '他很章' instead of '他很彰' (meaning 'he is very clear') is incorrect; the correct phrase should use 彰.
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彰
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Grammar Patterns of 彰
彰 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Exercise 1 of 4
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Type the missing word. Pinyin works; then pick the character.
英国皇家空军表____他是一名非常能干的机械师。
The RAF recognized him as an out-standingly able engineer.
Example Sentences for 彰 (10)
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英国皇家空军表彰他是一名非常能干的机械师。
yīng guó huáng jiā kōng jūn biǎo zhāng tā shì yī míng fēi cháng néng gān de jī xiè shī。
The RAF recognized him as an out-standingly able engineer.
2
这个城市恶名昭彰，它把人作践了，然后抛弃掉。
zhè gè chéng shì è míng zhāo zhāng， ， tā bǎ rén zuò jiàn， le ， rán hòu pāo。
This town is notorious for chewing people up and spitting them out.
3
万物都在彰显春的朝气, 彰显春的蓬勃.
wàn wù dū zài zhāng xiǎn chūn de zhāo qì, , zhāng xiǎn chūn de péng.
All the spring shows are energetic, vibrant spring show.
