COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 穎 is built
Traditional etymology note: 禾 (rice) suggests the meaning, while 匕 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 穎 (yǐng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
rice tassel; sharp; clever
yǐngTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 16 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
yǐng
穎
rice tassel; sharp; clever
Common words
yǐng
穎
rice tassel; sharp; clever
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 穎
Say “yǐng” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 16 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 穎
Common words and phrases
yǐng
rice tassel; sharp; clever
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“穎”。
Zhège zì shì “yǐng”.
This character is “穎”.
我正在学习“穎”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “yǐng” zì.
I am learning the character “穎”.
请写一遍“穎”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “yǐng”.
Please write “穎” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 穎?
穎 is written with 16 strokes.
What does 穎 (yǐng) mean?
穎 (yǐng) means rice tassel; sharp; clever.
What is the radical of 穎?
The radical of 穎 is 禾, associated with Not yet classified.