COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 茗 is built
Traditional etymology note: 艹 (plant) suggests the meaning, while 名 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 茗 (míng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
Thea sinensis
míngTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 9 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
míng
茗
Thea sinensis
Common words
míng
茗
Thea sinensis
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 茗
Say “míng” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 9 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 茗
Common words and phrases
míng
Thea sinensis
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“茗”。
Zhège zì shì “míng”.
This character is “茗”.
我正在学习“茗”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “míng” zì.
I am learning the character “茗”.
请写一遍“茗”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “míng”.
Please write “茗” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 茗?
茗 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 茗 (míng) mean?
茗 (míng) means Thea sinensis.
What is the radical of 茗?
The radical of 茗 is 艹, associated with Not yet classified.