兟 (shēn) - To advance & to move forward

兟Tone 1

shēn ｜ 12 strokes ｜ radical:

上姝

兟 · shēn

To advance;

to move forward;

to progress steadily.

To advanceto move forwardto progress steadily.

Usage highlights

Advance steadilyProgress step by stepContinuous developmentSteady advancementGradual progress

Synonyms

  • 进— to advance, to enter
  • 前— forward, front
  • 行— to go, to walk

Antonyms

  • 退— to retreat, to withdraw
  • 后— back, behind

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The army advanced steadily (兟兟前进).
  • He progressed step by step in his career (事业兟兟).
  • The company continues to develop (公司兟兟发展).

Collocations

  • Advance steadily(兟兟前进)
  • Progress step by step(兟兟而行)
  • Continuous development(兟兟发展)
  • Steady advancement(兟兟而进)
  • Gradual progress(兟兟渐进)

Idioms

  • Advancing steadily without stopping(兟兟不息)
  • Progressing step by step(兟兟而行)
  • Continuous forward movement(兟兟前进)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • A rare character in modern usage, primarily found in classical texts.
  • The character structure suggests repeated forward movement or progression.
  • Often used in contexts describing steady, continuous advancement.

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