COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 碳 is built
Traditional etymology note: 石 (mineral) suggests the meaning, while 炭 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 碳 (tàn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
carbon (chemistry)
tànTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 14 strokes in the correct order.
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tàn
碳
carbon (chemistry)
Common words
dī tàn
低碳
(attributive) low-carbon; low-carb (diet)
èr yǎng huà tàn
二氧化碳
carbon dioxide CO2
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 碳
Say “tàn” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 14 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
dī tàn
(attributive) low-carbon; low-carb (diet)
èr yǎng huà tàn
carbon dioxide CO2
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 碳?
碳 is written with 14 strokes.
What does 碳 (tàn) mean?
碳 (tàn) means carbon (chemistry).
What is the radical of 碳?
The radical of 碳 is 石, associated with Not yet classified.