[[Radicals|Radicals]] #Radicals #3-Strokes ## 子 (zǐ) Kanxi Radical 39 ![[子 (zǐ).svg]] ## Meaning The radical 子 (zǐ) is a Chinese character component that typically relates to "child" or "son." This radical can appear in various positions within a character but is often found at the bottom or on the right side. The character 子 has evolved from ancient pictographs representing a child. Its form has been relatively stable, consistently signifying a child or son. ## Examples Here are some Chinese characters that contain the 子 radical: [[孙 sūn]] - grandson, grandchild [[享 xiǎng]] - to enjoy; to experience [[孝 xiào]] - filial piety [[好 hǎo]] - goodness; favorability