COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 狠 is built
Traditional etymology note: 犭 (dog) suggests the meaning, while 艮 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 狠 (hěn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
ruthless; fierce; ferocious
hěnTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
hěn
狠
ruthless; fierce; ferocious
Common words
xiōng hěn
凶狠
cruel; vicious; fierce and malicious; vengeful
hěn
狠
ruthless; fierce; ferocious; determined; resolute; to harden (one's heart); old variant of 很[hen3]
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 狠
Say “hěn” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 9 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
xiōng hěn
cruel; vicious; fierce and malicious; vengeful
hěn
ruthless; fierce; ferocious; determined; resolute; to harden (one's heart); old variant of 很[hen3]
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 狠?
狠 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 狠 (hěn) mean?
狠 (hěn) means ruthless; fierce; ferocious.
What is the radical of 狠?
The radical of 狠 is 犭, associated with Not yet classified.