Honor Tiles — Dragons

Red Dragon (Zhong)

The Red Dragon tile, marked with the Chinese character for center or hit.

Symbolism & Meaning

The Red Dragon (Zhong) is one of the most recognizable Mahjong tiles. The character means center, middle, or to hit the mark. Red symbolizes good fortune, joy, and celebration in Chinese culture.

Suit

Honor Tiles — Dragons

Matching Rule

Match with an identical tile. Both tiles must be free (no tile on top, at least one open side).

Copies in Set

4 identical tiles per standard set

Strategy Tips

Red Dragons are easy to spot due to their bold red character. With 4 copies in the set, you can form 2 pairs. Match them when both are free.

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