COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 汹 is built
Traditional etymology note: 氵 (water) suggests the meaning, while 凶 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 汹 (xiōng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
torrential rush
xiōngTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 7 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
xiōng
汹
torrential rush
Common words
xiōng yǒng
汹涌
to surge up violently (of ocean, river, lake etc); turbulent
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 汹
Say “xiōng” 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.
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Common words and phrases
xiōng yǒng
to surge up violently (of ocean, river, lake etc); turbulent
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 汹?
汹 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 汹 (xiōng) mean?
汹 (xiōng) means torrential rush.
What is the radical of 汹?
The radical of 汹 is 氵, associated with Not yet classified.