COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 忻 is built
Traditional etymology note: 忄 (heart) suggests the meaning, while 斤 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 忻 (xīn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
happy
xīnTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 7 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
xīn
忻
happy
Common words
xīn
忻
happy
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 忻
Say “xīn” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 7 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 忻
Common words and phrases
xīn
happy
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 忻?
忻 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 忻 (xīn) mean?
忻 (xīn) means happy.
What is the radical of 忻?
The radical of 忻 is 忄, associated with Not yet classified.