COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 貞 is built
貞 can be remembered by breaking it into ⺊ + 貝. Study each component first, then connect them in the character’s top-bottom structure.
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How to Write 貞 (zhēn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
virtuous, chaste, pure; loyal
zhēnTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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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
zhēn
貞
virtuous, chaste, pure; loyal
Common words
zhēn
貞
virtuous, chaste, pure; loyal
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 貞
Say “zhēn” 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 貞
Common words and phrases
zhēn
virtuous, chaste, pure; loyal
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 貞?
貞 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 貞 (zhēn) mean?
貞 (zhēn) means virtuous, chaste, pure; loyal.
What is the radical of 貞?
The radical of 貞 is 貝, associated with Not yet classified.