HSK 7, zg, 12 strokes, radical 扌, rank #25708, Very Hard
搀
chān
to mix
HSK 7, zg, 12 strokes, radical 扌, rank #25708, Very Hard
搀
chān
to support
HSK 7, zg, 12 strokes, radical 扌, rank #25708, Very Hard
搀
chān
to sustain
HSK 7, zg, 12 strokes, radical 扌, rank #25708, Very Hard
搀
chān
to mix; to support, to sustain, to lend a hand
HSK 7, zg, 12 strokes, radical 扌, rank #25708, Very Hard
搀
chān
to take by the arm and assist
HSK 7, unknown, 12 strokes, radical 扌, rank #25708, Very Hard
搀
chān
to blend
HSK 7, unknown, 12 strokes, radical 扌, rank #25708, Very Hard
搀
chān
to dilute
HSK 7, unknown, 12 strokes, radical 扌, rank #25708, Very Hard
搀
chān
to adulterate
HSK 7, unknown, 12 strokes, radical 扌, rank #25708, Very Hard
chān(chan1) T1
1to assist by the arm
2to mix
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March 24, 2026
搀(攙)chān(chan1)
The character 搀 (chān) primarily means to assist someone by supporting them with your arm. It can also refer to mixing or blending substances, often used in contexts like cooking or chemistry. This word conveys a sense of support and collaboration, whether in physical assistance or combining elements.
Strokes12Radical扌Frequency#25708DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, the concept of mixing herbs is crucial, and 搀 reflects this practice. The blending of ingredients for health is a key aspect of Chinese culture, symbolizing balance and harmony.
Memory Tip
Imagine a caring friend extending their arm to help you walk (the left side of the character represents the arm). Picture them gently mixing two colors together (the right side resembles a container). This imagery connects the character's form to its meanings of assistance and blending.
Meanings of 搀
chān(chan1)
1to assist by the arm
2to mix
Exercise 1 of 2
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About 搀
搀Simplified
攙Traditional
12Strokes
扌Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
#25708Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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AI Study Notes for 搀
Quick Contrast
搀 (chān) vs 扶 (fú) — use 搀 when emphasizing supporting someone physically, while 扶 has a broader sense of support and assistance, not limited to physical help.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 搀 with similar characters like 援 (yuán, to aid). It's important to use 搀 in contexts involving physical support or mixing. Be mindful of using it in informal settings, as it can sound too casual in formal discourse.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 搀 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to support and assistance. Students should focus on its usage in both physical and metaphorical contexts, understanding the nuances of mixing and support in daily language.
Common Mistakes
A frequent mistake is using 搀 inappropriately when referring to emotional support; instead, use 支持 (zhīchí) for that context. For example, saying '我会搀你' (I will assist you) is correct, but '我会搀你的情感' (I will assist your emotions) is incorrect.
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Pronunciation of 搀
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Exercise 1 of 1
Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 搀?
Decomposition of 搀
IDS Structure⿰扌⿱免⺀
搀Full Character
=
扌shou3
left
免mian3
top
⺀—
bottom
Exercise 1 of 3
Identify the Components
Which of these is a component of 搀?
How to say to assist by the arm in Chinese
“to assist by the arm” in Chinese is搀chān
The character 搀 (chān) primarily means to assist someone by supporting them with your arm. It can also refer to mixing or blending substances, often used in contexts like cooking or chemistry. This word conveys a sense of support and collaboration, whether in physical assistance or combining elements.
When to use 搀
Learners often confuse 搀 with similar characters like 援 (yuán, to aid). It's important to use 搀 in contexts involving physical support or mixing. Be mindful of using it in informal settings, as it can sound too casual in formal discourse.
搀 or something close to it
搀 (chān) vs 扶 (fú) — use 搀 when emphasizing supporting someone physically, while 扶 has a broader sense of support and assistance, not limited to physical help.
What learners get wrong
A frequent mistake is using 搀 inappropriately when referring to emotional support; instead, use 支持 (zhīchí) for that context. For example, saying '我会搀你' (I will assist you) is correct, but '我会搀你的情感' (I will assist your emotions) is incorrect.
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搀
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Grammar Patterns of 搀
搀 carries 9 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
在有人____扶的情况下她还是能够下楼的，但是很虚弱。
She can still come downstairs with assistance but she's very weak.
