Ancient Chinese characters

Ancient Chinese characters are logograms—symbols representing words or ideas—used in Chinese writing for thousands of years. They originated from pictographs and ideographs, visually depicting objects or concepts, which over time evolved into more abstract forms. These characters form the foundation of Chinese literacy and cultural identity, with both historical and artistic significance. Their complex structure combines strokes and radicals, making them a rich form of written expression. Understanding these characters offers insights into ancient Chinese society, philosophy, and history, and continues to influence East Asian languages and calligraphy today.