COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 牽 is built
Traditional etymology note: A person pulling 冖 an ox 牛 by a rope 玄
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How to Write 牽 (qiān) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to drag, to pull, to lead by the hand
qiānTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 11 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
qiān
牽
to drag, to pull, to lead by the hand
Common words
qiān
牽
to drag, to pull, to lead by the hand
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 牽
Say “qiān” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 11 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
qiān
to drag, to pull, to lead by the hand
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 牽?
牽 is written with 11 strokes.
What does 牽 (qiān) mean?
牽 (qiān) means to drag, to pull, to lead by the hand.
What is the radical of 牽?
The radical of 牽 is 牛, associated with Not yet classified.