COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 杖 is built
Traditional etymology note: 木 (wood) suggests the meaning, while 丈 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 杖 (zhàng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
a staff
zhàngTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 7 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
zhàng
杖
a staff
Common words
guǎi zhàng
拐杖
crutches; crutch; walking stick
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 杖
Say “zhàng” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 7 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 杖
Common words and phrases
guǎi zhàng
crutches; crutch; walking stick
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 杖?
杖 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 杖 (zhàng) mean?
杖 (zhàng) means a staff.
What is the radical of 杖?
The radical of 杖 is 木, associated with Not yet classified.