COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 苷 is built
Traditional etymology note: A sweet 甘 plant 艹; 甘 also provides the pronunciation
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How to Write 苷 (gān) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
licorice
gānTone 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
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苷
licorice
Common words
gān
苷
licorice
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 苷
Say “gān” 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 苷
Common words and phrases
gān
licorice
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 苷?
苷 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 苷 (gān) mean?
苷 (gān) means licorice.
What is the radical of 苷?
The radical of 苷 is 艹, associated with Not yet classified.