COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 岗 is built
Traditional etymology note: 山 (mountain) suggests the meaning, while 冈 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 岗 (gǎng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
(bound form) hillock; mound
gǎngTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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Follow all 7 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
gǎng
岗
(bound form) hillock; mound
Common words
gǎng wèi
岗位
a post; a job
shàng gǎng
上岗
to take up one's post; to go on duty; to take up a job
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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岗
LEARNING TIP
Remember 岗
Say “gǎng” 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.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 岗
Common words and phrases
gǎng wèi
a post; a job
shàng gǎng
to take up one's post; to go on duty; to take up a job
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 岗?
岗 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 岗 (gǎng) mean?
岗 (gǎng) means (bound form) hillock; mound.
What is the radical of 岗?
The radical of 岗 is 山, associated with Not yet classified.