COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 坩 is built
Traditional etymology note: 土 (earth) suggests the meaning, while 甘 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 坩 (gān) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
crucible
gānTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
gān
坩
crucible
Common words
gān
坩
crucible
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 坩
Say “gān” 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 坩
Common words and phrases
gān
crucible
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 坩?
坩 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 坩 (gān) mean?
坩 (gān) means crucible.
What is the radical of 坩?
The radical of 坩 is 土, associated with Not yet classified.