COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 籼 is built
Traditional etymology note: 米 (rice) suggests the meaning, while 山 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 籼 (xiān) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
long-grained rice
xiānTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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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
xiān
籼
long-grained rice
Common words
xiān
籼
long-grained rice
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 籼
Say “xiān” 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
xiān
long-grained rice
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“籼”。
Zhège zì shì “xiān”.
This character is “籼”.
我正在学习“籼”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “xiān” zì.
I am learning the character “籼”.
请写一遍“籼”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “xiān”.
Please write “籼” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 籼?
籼 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 籼 (xiān) mean?
籼 (xiān) means long-grained rice.
What is the radical of 籼?
The radical of 籼 is 米, associated with Not yet classified.