COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 绅 is built
Traditional etymology note: 纟 (silk) suggests the meaning, while 申 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 绅 (shēn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
member of gentry
shēnTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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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
shēn
绅
member of gentry
Common words
shēn shì
绅士
gentleman
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 绅
Say “shēn” 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.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 绅
Common words and phrases
shēn shì
gentleman
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“绅”。
Zhège zì shì “shēn”.
This character is “绅”.
我正在学习“绅”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “shēn” zì.
I am learning the character “绅”.
请写一遍“绅”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “shēn”.
Please write “绅” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 绅?
绅 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 绅 (shēn) mean?
绅 (shēn) means member of gentry.
What is the radical of 绅?
The radical of 绅 is 纟, associated with Not yet classified.