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How to Write 临 (lín) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet

to face

línTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’

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STROKE BY STROKE

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Follow all 9 strokes in the correct order.

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lín

to face

Common words

guāng lín

光临

(formal) to honor with one's presence; to attend

lín shí

临时

as the time draws near; at the last moment; temporary; interim

miàn lín

面临

to face sth; to be confronted with

lái lín

来临

to approach; to come closer

bīn lín

濒临

on the edge of; (fig.) on the verge of; close to

jiàng lín

降临

to descend; to arrive; to come

Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY

Understanding 临

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

A verified component breakdown for 临 is not available yet. Focus on its 9-stroke sequence, overall shape, and pronunciation “lín” while practicing.

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LEARNING TIP

Remember 临

Say “lín” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 9 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.

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WORDS WITH 临

Common words and phrases

光临

guāng lín

(formal) to honor with one's presence; to attend

临时

lín shí

as the time draws near; at the last moment; temporary; interim

面临

miàn lín

to face sth; to be confronted with

来临

lái lín

to approach; to come closer

濒临

bīn lín

on the edge of; (fig.) on the verge of; close to

降临

jiàng lín

to descend; to arrive; to come

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IN CONTEXT

Example sentences

这个字是“临”。

Zhège zì shì “lín”.

This character is “临”.

我正在学习“临”字。

Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “lín” zì.

I am learning the character “临”.

请写一遍“临”。

Qǐng xiě yí biàn “lín”.

Please write “临” once.

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Frequently asked questions

How many strokes are in 临?

临 is written with 9 strokes.

What does 临 (lín) mean?

临 (lín) means to face.

What is the radical of 临?

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