COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 掙 is built
Traditional etymology note: To fight 爭 by hand 扌; 爭 also provides the pronunciation
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How to Write 掙 (zhēng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to struggle, to strive, to endeavor
zhēngTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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Follow all 11 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
zhēng
掙
to struggle, to strive, to endeavor
Common words
zhēng
掙
to struggle, to strive, to endeavor
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 掙
Say “zhēng” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 11 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
zhēng
to struggle, to strive, to endeavor
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 掙?
掙 is written with 11 strokes.
What does 掙 (zhēng) mean?
掙 (zhēng) means to struggle, to strive, to endeavor.
What is the radical of 掙?
The radical of 掙 is 扌, associated with Not yet classified.