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How to Write 丨 (gǔn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet

radical in Chinese characters (Kangxi radical 2)

gǔnTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.

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STROKE BY STROKE

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Follow all 1 strokes in the correct order.

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gǔn

丨

radical in Chinese characters (Kangxi radical 2)

Common words

gǔn

丨

radical in Chinese characters (Kangxi radical 2)

Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
丨
丨
丨
丨
丨
丨
丨
丨
Practice slowly. Accuracy comes before speed.StrokeSheet · 丨 · gǔn

COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY

Understanding 丨

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Use the stroke animation above to study the character’s complete form.

A verified component breakdown for 丨 is not available yet. Focus on its 1-stroke sequence, overall shape, and pronunciation “gǔn” while practicing.

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LEARNING TIP

Remember 丨

Say “gǔn” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 1 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.

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WORDS WITH 丨

Common words and phrases

丨

gǔn

radical in Chinese characters (Kangxi radical 2)

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Frequently asked questions

How many strokes are in 丨?

丨 is written with 1 strokes.

What does 丨 (gǔn) mean?

丨 (gǔn) means radical in Chinese characters (Kangxi radical 2).

What is the radical of 丨?

The radical of 丨 is 丨, associated with Not yet classified.