COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 盹 is built
Traditional etymology note: 目 (eye) suggests the meaning, while 屯 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 盹 (dǔn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
doze
dǔnTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 9 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
dǔn
盹
doze
Common words
dǎ dǔn ér
打盹儿
erhua variant of 打盹[da3 dun3]
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 盹
Say “dǔn” 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.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 盹
Common words and phrases
dǎ dǔn ér
erhua variant of 打盹[da3 dun3]
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 盹?
盹 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 盹 (dǔn) mean?
盹 (dǔn) means doze.
What is the radical of 盹?
The radical of 盹 is 目, associated with Not yet classified.