COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 東 is built
Traditional etymology note: The sun 日 rising behind a tree 木; compare 西
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How to Write 東 (dōng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
east, eastern, eastward
dōngTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
dōng
東
east, eastern, eastward
Common words
dōng
東
east, eastern, eastward
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 東
Say “dōng” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 8 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 東
Common words and phrases
dōng
east, eastern, eastward
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 東?
東 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 東 (dōng) mean?
東 (dōng) means east, eastern, eastward.
What is the radical of 東?
The radical of 東 is 木, associated with Not yet classified.