[[Characters]] #Characters \ #Society-and-Culture \ #Character-Traits # 忠 zhōng loyal; devoted ## Components [[中 zhōng]] [[心 xīn]] [[心 (xīn)]] ## Meaning The character "忠" (zhōng) nowadays still carries the meaning of loyalty, faithfulness, and sincerity. It refers to being dedicated, trustworthy, and loyal in various contexts, such as being loyal to one's country, one's employer, or one's principles. It implies a strong sense of commitment, honesty, and integrity. ## History The character "忠" (zhōng) means loyalty or faithfulness. Its original meaning is loyalty. The character "忠" is a compound ideogram. The heart radical (心) represents wholeheartedness, and the "zhong" (中) component represents impartiality and sincerity. Together, they convey the idea of being wholehearted and sincere. ## Evolution ### Oracular Script ? ### Bronze Script ![[忠 zhōng - bronce.svg]] ### Seal Script ![[忠 zhōng - sello.svg]] ### Clerical Script ![[忠 zhōng - cle.svg]] ### Regular Script ![[忠 zhōng - reg.svg]]