COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 肿 is built
Traditional etymology note: ⺼ (flesh) suggests the meaning, while 中 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 肿 (zhǒng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to swell
zhǒngTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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zhǒng
肿
to swell
Common words
zhǒng liú
肿瘤
tumor
zhǒng
肿
to swell; swelling; swollen
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
肿
肿
肿
肿
肿
肿
肿
肿
LEARNING TIP
Remember 肿
Say “zhǒng” 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
zhǒng liú
tumor
zhǒng
to swell; swelling; swollen
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 肿?
肿 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 肿 (zhǒng) mean?
肿 (zhǒng) means to swell.
What is the radical of 肿?
The radical of 肿 is ⺼, associated with Not yet classified.