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参: can (to join) vs shen (ginseng) vs cen …

参: can (to join) vs shen (ginseng) vs cen (uneven)

Readings 读音

  • can to join; to refer
  • shen ginseng 人参 · 海参
  • cen uneven (参差) 参差

How it works 讲解

参 reads can in words like — "to join"; 参 reads shen in words like 人参, 海参 — "ginseng"; 参 reads cen in words like 参差 — "uneven". The surrounding word tells you which reading to use — learn the trigger words, not the character alone.

Examples 例句

  1. 人参Rénshēn、貂皮diāopí、乌拉草wùlacǎo，靰鞡wùla鞋xié里lǐ不可少bùkěshǎo。

    Ginseng, sable fur, water reed, and snow boots are essential.

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