COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 杨 is built
Traditional etymology note: 木 (tree) suggests the meaning, while the phonetic component suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 杨 (yáng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
surname Yang
yángTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’
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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
yáng
杨
surname Yang
Common words
yáng shù
杨树
poplar tree; various trees of genus Populus
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 杨
Say “yáng” 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 杨
Common words and phrases
yáng shù
poplar tree; various trees of genus Populus
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 杨?
杨 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 杨 (yáng) mean?
杨 (yáng) means surname Yang.
What is the radical of 杨?
The radical of 杨 is 木, associated with Not yet classified.