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How to Write 寸 (cùn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet

a unit of length

cùnTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.

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STROKE BY STROKE

Static stroke diagrams

Follow all 3 strokes in the correct order.

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cùn

a unit of length

Common words

chǐ cùn

尺寸

size; dimensions; measurements (esp. of clothes); (coll.) propriety

fēn cùn

分寸

propriety; appropriate behavior; proper speech or action; within the norms

cùn

a unit of length; inch; thumb

Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
Practice slowly. Accuracy comes before speed.StrokeSheet · · cùn

COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY

Understanding 寸

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

Traditional etymology note: A hand with a dot indicating where the pulse can be felt, about an inch up the wrist

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LEARNING TIP

Remember 寸

Say “cùn” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 3 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.

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WORDS WITH 寸

Common words and phrases

尺寸

chǐ cùn

size; dimensions; measurements (esp. of clothes); (coll.) propriety

分寸

fēn cùn

propriety; appropriate behavior; proper speech or action; within the norms

cùn

a unit of length; inch; thumb

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IN CONTEXT

Example sentences

这个字是“寸”。

Zhège zì shì “cùn”.

This character is “寸”.

我正在学习“寸”字。

Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “cùn” zì.

I am learning the character “寸”.

请写一遍“寸”。

Qǐng xiě yí biàn “cùn”.

Please write “寸” once.

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Frequently asked questions

How many strokes are in 寸?

寸 is written with 3 strokes.

What does 寸 (cùn) mean?

寸 (cùn) means a unit of length.

What is the radical of 寸?

The radical of 寸 is 寸, associated with Not yet classified.