COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 尬 is built
Traditional etymology note: 尢 (lame) suggests the meaning, while 介 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 尬 (gà) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
(bound form) embarrassing; awkward
gàTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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Follow all 7 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
gà
尬
(bound form) embarrassing; awkward
Common words
gān gà
尴尬
awkward; embarrassed
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 尬
Say “gà” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 7 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
gān gà
awkward; embarrassed
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 尬?
尬 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 尬 (gà) mean?
尬 (gà) means (bound form) embarrassing; awkward.
What is the radical of 尬?
The radical of 尬 is 尢, associated with Not yet classified.