COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 戔 is built
Traditional etymology note: The narrow space between two blades 戈
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How to Write 戔 (jiān) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
small, narrow; tiny, little
jiānTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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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
jiān
戔
small, narrow; tiny, little
Common words
jiān
戔
small, narrow; tiny, little
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 戔
Say “jiān” 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 戔
Common words and phrases
jiān
small, narrow; tiny, little
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 戔?
戔 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 戔 (jiān) mean?
戔 (jiān) means small, narrow; tiny, little.
What is the radical of 戔?
The radical of 戔 is 戈, associated with Not yet classified.