COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 征 is built
Traditional etymology note: 彳 (step) suggests the meaning, while 正 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 征 (zhēng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
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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
zhēng
征
journey
Common words
tè zhēng
特征
characteristic; diagnostic property; distinctive feature; trait
xiàng zhēng
象征
emblem; symbol; token; badge
zhēng qiú
征求
to solicit; to seek; to request (opinions, feedback etc); to petition
cháng zhēng
长征
expedition; long journey
chū zhēng
出征
to go into battle; to campaign (military)
zhēng fú
征服
to conquer; to subdue; to vanquish
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
征
征
征
征
征
征
征
征
LEARNING TIP
Remember 征
Say “zhēng” 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 征
Common words and phrases
tè zhēng
characteristic; diagnostic property; distinctive feature; trait
xiàng zhēng
emblem; symbol; token; badge
zhēng qiú
to solicit; to seek; to request (opinions, feedback etc); to petition
cháng zhēng
expedition; long journey
chū zhēng
to go into battle; to campaign (military)
zhēng fú
to conquer; to subdue; to vanquish
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“征”。
Zhège zì shì “zhēng”.
This character is “征”.
我正在学习“征”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “zhēng” zì.
I am learning the character “征”.
请写一遍“征”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “zhēng”.
Please write “征” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 征?
征 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 征 (zhēng) mean?
征 (zhēng) means journey.
What is the radical of 征?
The radical of 征 is 彳, associated with Not yet classified.