COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
Understanding 伞
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Use the stroke animation above to study the character’s complete form.
Traditional etymology note: An umbrella
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How to Write 伞 (sǎn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
umbrella
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 6 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
sǎn
伞
umbrella
Common words
tiào sǎn
跳伞
to parachute; to bail out; parachute jumping
sǎn
伞
umbrella; parasol
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 伞
Say “sǎn” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 6 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 伞
Common words and phrases
tiào sǎn
to parachute; to bail out; parachute jumping
sǎn
umbrella; parasol
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“伞”。
Zhège zì shì “sǎn”.
This character is “伞”.
我正在学习“伞”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “sǎn” zì.
I am learning the character “伞”.
请写一遍“伞”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “sǎn”.
Please write “伞” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 伞?
伞 is written with 6 strokes.
What does 伞 (sǎn) mean?
伞 (sǎn) means umbrella.
What is the radical of 伞?
The radical of 伞 is 人, associated with Not yet classified.