鄭 (zhèng) - Zheng — originally a place name & a major surname in Chinese culture

鄭Tone 4

zhèng ｜ 14 strokes ｜ radical:

丈志

鄭 · zhèng

Zheng — originally a place name;

a major surname in Chinese culture;

also refers to seriousness, solemnity, and formality.

Zheng — originally a place namea major surname in Chinese culturealso refers to seriousness, solemnity, and formality.

Usage highlights

Surname ZhengSerious and solemnZhengzhou cityZheng HeState of ZhengZheng Banqiao

Synonyms

  • 严— strict, serious
  • 肃— solemn, respectful

Antonyms

  • 随— casual, informal
  • 轻— light, frivolous

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • My surname is Zheng (姓郑).
  • Please handle this matter seriously (郑重处理).
  • He is from Zhengzhou city (郑州市).
  • The ceremony was conducted with solemnity (仪式很郑重).

Collocations

  • Surname Zheng(郑姓)
  • Serious and solemn(郑重)
  • Zhengzhou city(郑州)
  • Zheng He(郑和)
  • State of Zheng(郑国)
  • Zheng Banqiao(郑板桥)

Idioms

  • Serious and earnest(郑重其事)
  • Zheng Zhuang's dream(郑人买履)
  • The Zheng family's music(郑声)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Originated from the State of Zheng during the Zhou dynasty, which was located in modern-day Henan province.
  • One of the most common surnames in China, ranking among the top 20.
  • Associated with historical figures like Zheng Chenggong (Koxinga) who resisted Qing dynasty rule in Taiwan.

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