COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 紅 is built
Traditional etymology note: 糹 (silk) suggests the meaning, while 工 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 紅 (hóng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
red, vermillion; to blush, to flush; popular
hóngTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 9 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
hóng
紅
red, vermillion; to blush, to flush; popular
Common words
hóng
紅
red, vermillion; to blush, to flush; popular
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 紅
Say “hóng” 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
hóng
red, vermillion; to blush, to flush; popular
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 紅?
紅 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 紅 (hóng) mean?
紅 (hóng) means red, vermillion; to blush, to flush; popular.
What is the radical of 紅?
The radical of 紅 is 糹, associated with Not yet classified.