Journal of Chinese Language Education and Evaluation
JCLEE, Vol. 2, No. 1, 2026, pp.110-117.
Print ISSN: 3078-283X; Online ISSN: 3104-5030
Journal homepage: https://www.cleejournal.com
DOI：https://doi.org/10.64058/jc1ee260109riccr
付佳琪（Fu Jiaqi），钟云瑞（Zhong Yunrui）
摘要：字谜是利用汉字的形体分合来表达意思的一种文字游戏。在国际中文教育中，汉字教学占据着举足轻重的地位，既是教学重点，也是教学难点。本研究搜集整理了字谜的相关文献，概述了字谜的相关概念，在此基础上做出分类；总结了字谜融入国际中文教育汉字教学的意义，即能够增进留学生对汉字构造、中国传统文化的理解，为国际中文教育汉字教学提供新思路，激发学习者学习兴趣，盘活优秀字谜文化等；提出了遵循字谜选用原则，举办字谜比赛，合理利用字谜游戏化学习软件，融合中国传统节日等措施，将字谜融入国际中文教育汉字课堂。
关键词：字谜；汉字教学；国际中文教育
作者简介：付佳琪，山东理工大学文学与新闻传播学院硕士研究生, 研究方向为国际中文教育,电邮：15866135137@163.com。钟云瑞（通讯作者），博士，山东理工大学文学与新闻传播学院副教授，硕士生导师,研究方向为文献学,电邮：skczhong@126.com。
Title: Research on the Integration of Chinese Character Riddles into Chinese Character Teaching in International Chinese Education
Abstract: Chinese character riddles are a form of wordplay that conveys meaning through the combination and decomposition of Chinese character forms. Within the field of Teaching Chinese as an International Language, character instruction occupies a pivotal position, serving as both a primary focus and a significant challenge. This study compiles and analyzes relevant literature regarding Chinese character riddles, outlines their conceptual definitions, and provides a classification system. It summarizes the significance of integrating riddles into TCIL character instruction: specifically, their capacity to enhance learners’ comprehension of Chinese character structure and traditional Chinese culture, provide innovative pedagogical approaches for character teaching, stimulate learners’ interest, and revitalize cultural heritage. Furthermore, the study proposes specific measures for integrating riddles into the TCIL classroom, including adhering to principles for riddle selection, organizing riddle competitions, utilizing gamified riddle-learning software, and integrating them with traditional Chinese festivals.
Keywords: Chinese character riddles; Character instruction; Teaching Chinese as an International Language
Author Biographies: Fu Jiaqi, Master's Candidate, School of Literature and Journalism, Shandong University of Technology，research Interest: International Chinese Language Education，E-mail: 15866135137@163.com. Zhong Yunrui (Corresponding Author), Ph.D., Associate Professor & Master's Supervisor, school of Literature and Journalism, Shandong University of Technology, Research Interest: Philology. E-mail: skczhong@126.com.
Received: 12 Mar 2026 / Revised: 06 Apr 2026 / Accepted: 22 Apr 2026 / Published online: 30 Apr 2026 / Print published: 30 May 2026.
