九

• 拼音: jiǔ
• 汉字拆解: 九 = ancient pictograph, possibly depicting a hooked or bent form — the number nine

含义

Nine. The number 9.

Used in counting, dates, times, and phone numbers. Considered a lucky number in Chinese culture as it sounds like 久 (long-lasting). Often associated with the Emperor and imperial power historically.

例句

1. 今天九月九号。
2. 我家有九口人。
3. 现在九点了。

用法指南

语境: numbers, time, everyday

语气: neutral

正确说法

• 九点上课。(Class starts at nine.)
• 我有九本书。(I have nine books.)

错误说法

• 九个月亮。(There is only one moon — 九 is just a number, use it where the quantity makes sense)

起源与历史

An ancient character originally depicting a bent arm or a hook shape. One of the earliest Chinese numerals, dating back to oracle bone inscriptions.

文化背景

世代: All ages

社会背景: Universal