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How to Write 发 (fā) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet

to send out

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STROKE BY STROKE

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Follow all 5 strokes in the correct order.

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to send out

Common words

chū fā

出发

to set off; to start (on a journey)

fā shāo

发烧

to have a high temperature (from illness); to have a fever

fā shēng

发生

to happen; to occur; to take place; to break out

fā xiàn

发现

to notice; to become aware of; to discover; to find; to detect; a discovery

fā zhǎn

发展

development; growth; to develop; to grow

shā fā

沙发

sofa (loanword); (Internet slang) the first reply or replier to a forum post

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

Understanding 发

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

A verified component breakdown for 发 is not available yet. Focus on its 5-stroke sequence, overall shape, and pronunciation “fā” while practicing.

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LEARNING TIP

Remember 发

Say “fā” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 5 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.

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WORDS WITH 发

Common words and phrases

出发

chū fā

to set off; to start (on a journey)

发烧

fā shāo

to have a high temperature (from illness); to have a fever

发生

fā shēng

to happen; to occur; to take place; to break out

发现

fā xiàn

to notice; to become aware of; to discover; to find; to detect; a discovery

发展

fā zhǎn

development; growth; to develop; to grow

沙发

shā fā

sofa (loanword); (Internet slang) the first reply or replier to a forum post

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IN CONTEXT

Example sentences

这个字是“发”。

Zhège zì shì “fā”.

This character is “发”.

我正在学习“发”字。

Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “fā” zì.

I am learning the character “发”.

请写一遍“发”。

Qǐng xiě yí biàn “fā”.

Please write “发” once.

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Frequently asked questions

How many strokes are in 发?

发 is written with 5 strokes.

What does 发 (fā) mean?

发 (fā) means to send out.

What is the radical of 发?

The radical of 发 is 又, associated with Not yet classified.