COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 砚 is built
Traditional etymology note: 石 (stone) suggests the meaning, while 见 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 砚 (yàn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
ink-stone
yànTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 9 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
yàn
砚
ink-stone
Common words
yàn
砚
ink-stone
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 砚
Say “yàn” 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
yàn
ink-stone
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“砚”。
Zhège zì shì “yàn”.
This character is “砚”.
我正在学习“砚”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “yàn” zì.
I am learning the character “砚”.
请写一遍“砚”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “yàn”.
Please write “砚” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 砚?
砚 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 砚 (yàn) mean?
砚 (yàn) means ink-stone.
What is the radical of 砚?
The radical of 砚 is 石, associated with Not yet classified.