COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 枕 is built
Traditional etymology note: 木 (wood) suggests the meaning, while 冘 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 枕 (zhěn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
(bound form) pillow
zhěnTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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zhěn
枕
(bound form) pillow
Common words
zhěn tou
枕头
pillow
zhěn
枕
(bound form) pillow; to rest one's head on (Taiwan pr. [zhen4])
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 枕
Say “zhěn” 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 枕
Common words and phrases
zhěn tou
pillow
zhěn
(bound form) pillow; to rest one's head on (Taiwan pr. [zhen4])
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 枕?
枕 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 枕 (zhěn) mean?
枕 (zhěn) means (bound form) pillow.
What is the radical of 枕?
The radical of 枕 is 木, associated with Not yet classified.