COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 忠 is built
Traditional etymology note: 心 (heart) suggests the meaning, while 中 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 忠 (zhōng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
loyal; devoted; faithful
zhōngTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
zhōng
忠
loyal; devoted; faithful
Common words
zhōng chéng
忠诚
devoted; loyal; fidelity; loyalty
zhōng gào
忠告
to give sb a word of advice; advice; counsel; a wise word
zhōng shí
忠实
faithful
zhōng xīn
忠心
good faith; devotion; loyalty; dedication
zhōng yú
忠于
to be loyal to
zhōng zhēn
忠贞
loyal and dependable
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 忠
Say “zhōng” 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 忠
Common words and phrases
zhōng chéng
devoted; loyal; fidelity; loyalty
zhōng gào
to give sb a word of advice; advice; counsel; a wise word
zhōng shí
faithful
zhōng xīn
good faith; devotion; loyalty; dedication
zhōng yú
to be loyal to
zhōng zhēn
loyal and dependable
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 忠?
忠 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 忠 (zhōng) mean?
忠 (zhōng) means loyal; devoted; faithful.
What is the radical of 忠?
The radical of 忠 is 心, associated with Not yet classified.