COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 拑 is built
Traditional etymology note: 扌 (hand) suggests the meaning, while 甘 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 拑 (qián) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
pliers
qiánTone 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
qián
拑
pliers
Common words
qián
拑
pliers
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 拑
Say “qián” 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 拑
Common words and phrases
qián
pliers
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 拑?
拑 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 拑 (qián) mean?
拑 (qián) means pliers.
What is the radical of 拑?
The radical of 拑 is 扌, associated with Not yet classified.