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How to Write 擋 (dǎng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet

to block, to obstruct; to get in the way; cover, guard

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STROKE BY STROKE

Static stroke diagrams

Follow all 16 strokes in the correct order.

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dǎng

to block, to obstruct; to get in the way; cover, guard

Common words

dǎng

to block, to obstruct; to get in the way; cover, guard

Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY

How 擋 is built

Traditional etymology note: A hand 扌 raised at the right time 當; 當 also provides the pronunciation

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LEARNING TIP

Remember 擋

Say “dǎng” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 16 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.

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WORDS WITH 擋

Common words and phrases

dǎng

to block, to obstruct; to get in the way; cover, guard

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IN CONTEXT

Example sentences

这个字是“擋”。

Zhège zì shì “dǎng”.

This character is “擋”.

我正在学习“擋”字。

Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “dǎng” zì.

I am learning the character “擋”.

请写一遍“擋”。

Qǐng xiě yí biàn “dǎng”.

Please write “擋” once.

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Frequently asked questions

How many strokes are in 擋?

擋 is written with 16 strokes.

What does 擋 (dǎng) mean?

擋 (dǎng) means to block, to obstruct; to get in the way; cover, guard.

What is the radical of 擋?

The radical of 擋 is 扌, associated with Not yet classified.