惓
How to Say
How to Write
Meaning: earnest
💡 Think 'earnest heart' (忄) rolled up (卷) in a scroll of dedication.
Compounds
Character Story & Explanation
In a traditional tea house in Chengdu, an elderly man carefully selects tea leaves, his expression showing 惓 (quán) — earnestness. This character combines the heart radical 忄 with 卷 (roll), suggesting wholehearted devotion. It describes a sincere, diligent attitude, often in pursuing knowledge or serving others. Though rare in modern Chinese, it conveys timeless cultural value of seriousness and integrity.
Example Sentences
Common Compounds
Similar Characters — Don't Mix These Up
Your First Step into Chinese Culture: Get a Chinese Name
Every journey into Chinese begins with a name. Use our free Chinese name generator to create a meaningful, personalized Chinese name that fits you perfectly.
Get My Chinese Name →
0