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