COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 绀 is built
Traditional etymology note: 纟 (silk) suggests the meaning, while 甘 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 绀 (gàn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
violet or purple
gànTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
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Common words
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Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 绀
Say “gàn” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 8 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
gàn
violet or purple
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“绀”。
Zhège zì shì “gàn”.
This character is “绀”.
我正在学习“绀”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “gàn” zì.
I am learning the character “绀”.
请写一遍“绀”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “gàn”.
Please write “绀” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 绀?
绀 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 绀 (gàn) mean?
绀 (gàn) means violet or purple.
What is the radical of 绀?
The radical of 绀 is 纟, associated with Not yet classified.