COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 胀 is built
Traditional etymology note: ⺼ (flesh) suggests the meaning, while 长 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 胀 (zhàng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to swell; dropsical; swollen; bloated
zhàngTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
zhàng
胀
to swell; dropsical; swollen; bloated
Common words
péng zhàng
膨胀
to expand; to inflate; to swell
tōng huò péng zhàng
通货膨胀
inflation
zhàng
胀
to swell; dropsical; swollen; bloated
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 胀
Say “zhàng” 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 胀
Common words and phrases
péng zhàng
to expand; to inflate; to swell
tōng huò péng zhàng
inflation
zhàng
to swell; dropsical; swollen; bloated
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 胀?
胀 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 胀 (zhàng) mean?
胀 (zhàng) means to swell; dropsical; swollen; bloated.
What is the radical of 胀?
The radical of 胀 is ⺼, associated with Not yet classified.