参

参

"参" means "to participate," "to join," or "ginseng," depending on context.

In this sentence, '参' is part of the word '参观' which means 'to visit'. It implies actively going to see a place or activity.

我今天要去参观博物馆。

I am going to visit the museum today.

Here, '参' is part of the word '参加' which means 'to participate'. It indicates being actively involved or taking part.

我参加了一个篮球比赛。

I participated in a basketball match.

In this context, '参' appears in the word '参差不齐' which describes something as uneven or inconsistent.

这本书参差不齐，有些段落引人入胜，有些显得乏味。

This book is unevenly written; some passages are fascinating while others are dull.