COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 弦 is built
Traditional etymology note: 弓 (bow) suggests the meaning, while 玄 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 弦 (xián) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
bow string
xiánTone 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
xián
弦
bow string
Common words
kòu rén xīn xián
扣人心弦
to excite; to thrill; exciting; thrilling
xián
弦
bow string; string of musical instrument; watchspring; chord (segment of curve)
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 弦
Say “xián” 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 弦
Common words and phrases
kòu rén xīn xián
to excite; to thrill; exciting; thrilling
xián
bow string; string of musical instrument; watchspring; chord (segment of curve)
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“弦”。
Zhège zì shì “xián”.
This character is “弦”.
我正在学习“弦”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “xián” zì.
I am learning the character “弦”.
请写一遍“弦”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “xián”.
Please write “弦” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 弦?
弦 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 弦 (xián) mean?
弦 (xián) means bow string.
What is the radical of 弦?
The radical of 弦 is 弓, associated with Not yet classified.