張 (zhāng) - Zhang — a common Chinese surname & to open, to spread, to stretch

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zhāng ｜ 11 strokes ｜ radical:

悦丈

張 · zhāng

Zhang — a common Chinese surname;

to open, to spread, to stretch;

to exaggerate;

to display;

a measure word for flat objects, bows, and faces.

Zhang — a common Chinese surnameto open, to spread, to stretchto exaggerate

Usage highlights

Surname ZhangOpen wideTensionExaggerateDisplayZhang Fei

Synonyms

  • 开— to open
  • 展— to unfold, to display
  • 扩— to expand

Antonyms

  • 合— to close, to shut
  • 收— to collect, to retract
  • 缩— to shrink, to contract

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • My surname is Zhang (我姓张).
  • Open the umbrella (张开伞).
  • A sheet of paper (一张纸).
  • He is very nervous (他很紧张).
  • Exaggerate the facts (夸大张事实).

Collocations

  • Surname Zhang(张姓)
  • Open wide(张开)
  • Tension(紧张)
  • Exaggerate(夸张)
  • Display(张挂)
  • Zhang Fei(张飞)

Idioms

  • Open and close at will(张弛有度)
  • Spread nets sky and earth(天罗地网张)
  • Exaggerate and elaborate(张大其词)
  • Act aggressively(张牙舞爪)
  • Look east strike west(声东击西张)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • One of the most common Chinese surnames, ranking third in population.
  • Originally meant 'to stretch a bow', associated with archery and military prowess.
  • The character appears in many historical and legendary figures' names.
  • In traditional culture, represents expansion, opening, and display.

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