COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
Understanding 廴
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Traditional etymology note: A man walking to the left
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How to Write 廴 (yǐn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
"long stride" radical in Chinese characters (Kangxi radical 54), occurring in 建, 延, 廷 etc
yǐnTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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yǐn
廴
"long stride" radical in Chinese characters (Kangxi radical 54), occurring in 建, 延, 廷 etc
Common words
yǐn
廴
"long stride" radical in Chinese characters (Kangxi radical 54), occurring in 建, 延, 廷 etc
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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廴
廴
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 廴
Say “yǐn” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 2 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 廴
Common words and phrases
yǐn
"long stride" radical in Chinese characters (Kangxi radical 54), occurring in 建, 延, 廷 etc
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 廴?
廴 is written with 2 strokes.
What does 廴 (yǐn) mean?
廴 (yǐn) means "long stride" radical in Chinese characters (Kangxi radical 54), occurring in 建, 延, 廷 etc.
What is the radical of 廴?
The radical of 廴 is 廴, associated with Not yet classified.