COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 拯 is built
Traditional etymology note: To give 丞 a hand 扌; 丞 also provides the pronunciation
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How to Write 拯 (zhěng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to raise
zhěngTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 9 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
zhěng
拯
to raise
Common words
zhěng jiù
拯救
to save; to rescue
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 拯
Say “zhěng” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 9 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
zhěng jiù
to save; to rescue
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 拯?
拯 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 拯 (zhěng) mean?
拯 (zhěng) means to raise.
What is the radical of 拯?
The radical of 拯 is 扌, associated with Not yet classified.