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How to Write 讠 (yán) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet

"speech" or "words" radical in Chinese characters (Kangxi radical 149)

yánTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’

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yán

讠

"speech" or "words" radical in Chinese characters (Kangxi radical 149)

Common words

yán

讠

"speech" or "words" radical in Chinese characters (Kangxi radical 149)

Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
讠
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Practice slowly. Accuracy comes before speed.StrokeSheet · 讠 · yán

COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY

Understanding 讠

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A verified component breakdown for 讠 is not available yet. Focus on its 2-stroke sequence, overall shape, and pronunciation “yán” while practicing.

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LEARNING TIP

Remember 讠

Say “yán” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 2 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.

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WORDS WITH 讠

Common words and phrases

讠

yán

"speech" or "words" radical in Chinese characters (Kangxi radical 149)

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Frequently asked questions

How many strokes are in 讠?

讠 is written with 2 strokes.

What does 讠 (yán) mean?

讠 (yán) means "speech" or "words" radical in Chinese characters (Kangxi radical 149).

What is the radical of 讠?

The radical of 讠 is 讠, associated with Not yet classified.