COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 熵 is built
Traditional etymology note: 火 (fire) suggests the meaning, while 商 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 熵 (shāng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
entropy (character created in 1923)
shāngTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 15 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
shāng
熵
entropy (character created in 1923)
Common words
shāng
熵
entropy (character created in 1923)
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 熵
Say “shāng” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 15 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
shāng
entropy (character created in 1923)
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“熵”。
Zhège zì shì “shāng”.
This character is “熵”.
我正在学习“熵”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “shāng” zì.
I am learning the character “熵”.
请写一遍“熵”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “shāng”.
Please write “熵” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 熵?
熵 is written with 15 strokes.
What does 熵 (shāng) mean?
熵 (shāng) means entropy (character created in 1923).
What is the radical of 熵?
The radical of 熵 is 火, associated with Not yet classified.