COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 宪 is built
Traditional etymology note: 宀 (roof) suggests the meaning, while 先 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 宪 (xiàn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
statute
xiànTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 9 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
xiàn
宪
statute
Common words
xiàn fǎ
宪法
constitution (of a country)
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 宪
Say “xiàn” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 9 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 宪
Common words and phrases
xiàn fǎ
constitution (of a country)
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“宪”。
Zhège zì shì “xiàn”.
This character is “宪”.
我正在学习“宪”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “xiàn” zì.
I am learning the character “宪”.
请写一遍“宪”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “xiàn”.
Please write “宪” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 宪?
宪 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 宪 (xiàn) mean?
宪 (xiàn) means statute.
What is the radical of 宪?
The radical of 宪 is 宀, associated with Not yet classified.