COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 坦 is built
Traditional etymology note: 土 (earth) suggests the meaning, while 旦 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 坦 (tǎn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
flat
tǎnTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
tǎn
坦
flat
Common words
píng tǎn
平坦
level; even; smooth; flat
tǎn bái
坦白
honest; forthcoming; to confess
tǎn chéng
坦诚
candid; frank; plain dealing
tǎn kè
坦克
tank (military vehicle) (loanword)
tǎn rán
坦然
calm; undisturbed
tǎn shuài
坦率
frank (discussion); blunt; open
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 坦
Say “tǎn” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 8 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 坦
Common words and phrases
píng tǎn
level; even; smooth; flat
tǎn bái
honest; forthcoming; to confess
tǎn chéng
candid; frank; plain dealing
tǎn kè
tank (military vehicle) (loanword)
tǎn rán
calm; undisturbed
tǎn shuài
frank (discussion); blunt; open
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 坦?
坦 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 坦 (tǎn) mean?
坦 (tǎn) means flat.
What is the radical of 坦?
The radical of 坦 is 土, associated with Not yet classified.