COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 盛 is built
Traditional etymology note: 皿 (dish) suggests the meaning, while 成 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 盛 (shèng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to hold
shèngTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 11 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
shèng
盛
to hold
Common words
chāng shèng
昌盛
prosperous
fēng shèng
丰盛
rich; sumptuous
mào shèng
茂盛
lush
shèng chǎn
盛产
to produce in abundance; to be rich in
shèng dà
盛大
grand; majestic; magnificent
shèng huì
盛会
pageant; distinguished meeting
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 盛
Say “shèng” 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.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 盛
Common words and phrases
chāng shèng
prosperous
fēng shèng
rich; sumptuous
mào shèng
lush
shèng chǎn
to produce in abundance; to be rich in
shèng dà
grand; majestic; magnificent
shèng huì
pageant; distinguished meeting
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 盛?
盛 is written with 11 strokes.
What does 盛 (shèng) mean?
盛 (shèng) means to hold.
What is the radical of 盛?
The radical of 盛 is 皿, associated with Not yet classified.