瞻 (zhān) - To look up or forward & to gaze into the distance

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zhān ｜ 18 strokes ｜ radical:

悦丈

瞻 · zhān

To look up or forward;

to gaze into the distance;

to look at with reverence or expectation.

To look up or forwardto gaze into the distanceto look at with reverence or expectation.

Usage highlights

To look forwardTo look up to with reverenceTo gaze into the distanceTo look ahead and behindTo observe and emulateVision and foresight

Synonyms

  • 望— to look into the distance
  • 观— to observe, to watch
  • 看— to look at

Antonyms

  • 顾— to look back (in some contexts)
  • 俯— to look down

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He looked up at the stars (瞻仰星空).
  • We admire his noble character (瞻仰他的高尚品格).
  • The company is forward-looking in its strategy (公司战略具有前瞻性).
  • She gazed into the distance thoughtfully (她若有所思地眺望远方).

Collocations

  • To look forward(前瞻)
  • To look up to with reverence(瞻仰)
  • To gaze into the distance(瞻望)
  • To look ahead and behind(瞻前顾后)
  • To observe and emulate(瞻摹)
  • Vision and foresight(瞻视)

Idioms

  • Look ahead and behind, apprehensive of pitfalls(瞻前顾后)
  • Look up to the high mountains and stop in admiration(高山仰止，景行行止)
  • Gaze at a mountain and envision its height(瞻山识璞)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Often used in contexts of reverence, respect, and admiration, particularly toward elders, ancestors, or lofty ideals.
  • Implies a sense of vision, foresight, and careful consideration in planning and decision-making.
  • The character appears in classical texts expressing admiration for virtuous individuals or lofty principles.

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