(chén) - To advance & to move forward

Tone 2

chén | 11 strokes | radical:

· chén

To advance;

to move forward;

to proceed;

to progress;

also used in names meaning 'to advance vigorously'.

To advanceto move forwardto proceed

Usage highlights

Advance steadilyRapid progressMove forward smoothlyVigorous advancementContinuous progressSteady development

Synonyms

  • to advance, to enter
  • forward, front
  • to go, to proceed
  • to stride, to advance

Antonyms

  • 退to retreat, to withdraw
  • back, behind
  • to stop, to cease

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The army advances steadily (敐敐前进).
  • He makes rapid progress in his studies (学业敐敐).
  • The project moves forward smoothly (项目敐敐进行).

Collocations

  • Advance steadily(敐敐前进)
  • Rapid progress(敐敐进步)
  • Move forward smoothly(敐敐进行)
  • Vigorous advancement(敐敐猛进)
  • Continuous progress(敐敐不息)
  • Steady development(敐敐发展)

Idioms

  • Advancing vigorously without stopping(敐敐不息)
  • Steady and continuous progress(敐敐前进)
  • Rapid and forceful advancement(敐敐猛进)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Rare character in modern usage, primarily found in classical texts and names.
  • Often conveys positive connotations of progress, advancement, and continuous improvement.
  • Used in names to express wishes for success and forward movement in life.

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