unknown, 11 strokes, radical 纟, rank #67287, Very Hard
zhàn(zhan4) T4
1to crack; to burst open; to split at the seams
2to split at the seam
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March 24, 2026
绽(綻)zhàn(zhan4)
The character 绽 (zhàn) means 'to crack' or 'to burst open,' often used to describe something that splits or opens at the seams, like a flower blooming or something breaking apart. It is commonly used in both literal and metaphorical contexts, such as describing the blooming of a flower or the sudden release of emotions.
Strokes11Radical纟Frequency#67287DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the blooming of flowers is often associated with new beginnings and transformations, making 绽 a significant character in poetry and art that celebrates nature’s beauty.
Memory Tip
Imagine a flower (花) bursting (绽) open in full bloom, revealing its vibrant petals. The radical for silk (丝) at the top suggests something delicate, like a flower's petals, that can split open beautifully, helping you remember both the meaning and pronunciation of 绽 (zhàn).
Meanings of 绽
zhàn(zhan4)
1to crack; to burst open; to split at the seams
2to split at the seam
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About 绽
绽Simplified
綻Traditional
11Strokes
纟Radical
动语素dòngcíverb root (v.root)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 绽
Quick Contrast
绽 (zhàn) vs 开 (kāi) — use 绽 when emphasizing the bursting or splitting open, while 开 is more general for 'to open' without the connotation of cracking.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a flower (花) bursting (绽) open in full bloom, revealing its vibrant petals. The radical for silk (丝) at the top suggests something delicate, like a flower's petals, that can split open beautifully, helping you remember both the meaning and pronunciation of 绽 (zhàn).
Usage Notes
绽 is often used in literary contexts or when expressing emotions, making it somewhat formal. Common collocations include 绽放 (zhànfàng) meaning 'to bloom' and 绽裂 (zhànliè) meaning 'to crack open.' Be cautious with the tonal pronunciation, as it is a fourth tone (zhàn), which can change the meaning if mispronounced.
HSK Study Tips
Although 绽 is not in the official HSK vocabulary lists, it connects with HSK level 4 words like 开花 (kāihuā, 'to bloom') and 裂开 (lièkāi, 'to crack open'). Focus on understanding its usage in context and its association with emotions and beauty.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the blooming of flowers is often associated with new beginnings and transformations, making 绽 a significant character in poetry and art that celebrates nature’s beauty.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 绽 with similar-sounding words like 战 (zhàn, 'to fight'). For example, saying '我希望花会战' (Wǒ xīwàng huā huì zhàn) instead of '我希望花会绽' (Wǒ xīwàng huā huì zhàn) would be incorrect.
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Pronunciation of 绽
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Grammar Patterns of 绽
绽 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 2 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.
Hundreds of fireworks burst simultaneously in midair.
Cultural Notes for 绽
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the blooming of flowers is often associated with new beginnings and transformations, making 绽 a significant character in poetry and art that celebrates nature’s beauty.
Word Family of 绽
Words Containing This Character10
绽放zhànfàngto blossom綻放
破绽hole or tear in cloth破綻
绽zhànto burst open綻
绽开to burst forth綻開
皮开肉绽flesh lacerated from corporal punishment (idiom)皮開肉綻
破绽百出lit. one hundred splits (idiom); fig. full of mistakes (of speech or written article)破綻百出
绽露to appear (formal)綻露
绽裂to split open綻裂
开绽to come unsewn開綻
卖破绽to feign an opening in order to hoodwink the opponent (in a fight, combat etc)賣破綻
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Compound Meaning
What does 绽放 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 绽
You can say '花绽放了' (Huā zhànfàng le) meaning 'The flowers have burst open/bloomed.'
Yes, it can be used metaphorically to describe emotions bursting forth, such as '心中的情感绽放' (xīnzhōng de qínggǎn zhànfàng) meaning 'The emotions in my heart burst forth.'
绽 is pronounced with a fourth tone, zhàn, which is a falling tone.
