COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 汞 is built
Traditional etymology note: 水 (water) suggests the meaning, while 工 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 汞 (gǒng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
mercury (chemistry)
gǒngTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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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
gǒng
汞
mercury (chemistry)
Common words
gǒng
汞
mercury (chemistry)
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 汞
Say “gǒng” 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 汞
Common words and phrases
gǒng
mercury (chemistry)
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 汞?
汞 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 汞 (gǒng) mean?
汞 (gǒng) means mercury (chemistry).
What is the radical of 汞?
The radical of 汞 is 水, associated with Not yet classified.