COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 虻 is built
Traditional etymology note: 虫 (insect) suggests the meaning, while 亡 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 虻 (méng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
horsefly
méngTone 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
méng
虻
horsefly
Common words
méng
虻
horsefly
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 虻
Say “méng” 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.
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Common words and phrases
méng
horsefly
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“虻”。
Zhège zì shì “méng”.
This character is “虻”.
我正在学习“虻”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “méng” zì.
I am learning the character “虻”.
请写一遍“虻”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “méng”.
Please write “虻” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 虻?
虻 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 虻 (méng) mean?
虻 (méng) means horsefly.
What is the radical of 虻?
The radical of 虻 is 虫, associated with Not yet classified.