COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 嶺 is built
Traditional etymology note: 山 (mountain) suggests the meaning, while 令 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 嶺 (lǐng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
mountain ridge, mountain peak
lǐngTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 17 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
lǐng
嶺
mountain ridge, mountain peak
Common words
lǐng
嶺
mountain ridge, mountain peak
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 嶺
Say “lǐng” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 17 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 嶺
Common words and phrases
lǐng
mountain ridge, mountain peak
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“嶺”。
Zhège zì shì “lǐng”.
This character is “嶺”.
我正在学习“嶺”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “lǐng” zì.
I am learning the character “嶺”.
请写一遍“嶺”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “lǐng”.
Please write “嶺” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 嶺?
嶺 is written with 17 strokes.
What does 嶺 (lǐng) mean?
嶺 (lǐng) means mountain ridge, mountain peak.
What is the radical of 嶺?
The radical of 嶺 is 山, associated with Not yet classified.