COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 敬 is built
敬 can be remembered by breaking it into 苟 + 攵. Study each component first, then connect them in the character’s left-right structure.
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How to Write 敬 (jìng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
(bound form) respectful; to respect
jìngTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 12 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
jìng
敬
(bound form) respectful; to respect
Common words
zūn jìng
尊敬
to respect; to revere; to esteem; honorable; distinguished (used on formal occasions before a term of address)
chóng jìng
崇敬
to revere; to venerate; high esteem
gōng jìng
恭敬
deferential; respectful
jìng ài
敬爱
to respect and love; to hold in high esteem
jìng lǐ
敬礼
to salute; salute
jìng pèi
敬佩
to esteem; to admire
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 敬
Say “jìng” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 12 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
zūn jìng
to respect; to revere; to esteem; honorable; distinguished (used on formal occasions before a term of address)
chóng jìng
to revere; to venerate; high esteem
gōng jìng
deferential; respectful
jìng ài
to respect and love; to hold in high esteem
jìng lǐ
to salute; salute
jìng pèi
to esteem; to admire
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 敬?
敬 is written with 12 strokes.
What does 敬 (jìng) mean?
敬 (jìng) means (bound form) respectful; to respect.
What is the radical of 敬?
The radical of 敬 is 攵, associated with Not yet classified.