COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 精 is built
Traditional etymology note: 米 (grain) suggests the meaning, while 青 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 精 (jīng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
essence
jīngTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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Follow all 14 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
jīng
精
essence
Common words
jīng cǎi
精彩
wonderful; marvelous; brilliant
jīng lì
精力
energy
jīng shén
精神
spirit; mind; consciousness; thought
jīng měi
精美
exquisite; elegant; fine
jīng què
精确
accurate; precise
jīng tōng
精通
to be proficient in; to master (a subject)
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
精
精
精
精
精
精
精
精
LEARNING TIP
Remember 精
Say “jīng” 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
jīng cǎi
wonderful; marvelous; brilliant
jīng lì
energy
jīng shén
spirit; mind; consciousness; thought
jīng měi
exquisite; elegant; fine
jīng què
accurate; precise
jīng tōng
to be proficient in; to master (a subject)
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 精?
精 is written with 14 strokes.
What does 精 (jīng) mean?
精 (jīng) means essence.
What is the radical of 精?
The radical of 精 is 米, associated with Not yet classified.