COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 岩 is built
Traditional etymology note: The rocks 石 that make up a mountain 山
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How to Write 岩 (yán) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
cliff
yánTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
yán
岩
cliff
Common words
yán shí
岩石
rock
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 岩
Say “yán” 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.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 岩
Common words and phrases
yán shí
rock
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 岩?
岩 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 岩 (yán) mean?
岩 (yán) means cliff.
What is the radical of 岩?
The radical of 岩 is 山, associated with Not yet classified.