COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 贞 is built
贞 can be remembered by breaking it into ⺊ + 贝. Study each component first, then connect them in the character’s top-bottom structure.
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How to Write 贞 (zhēn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
chaste
zhēnTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 6 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
zhēn
贞
chaste
Common words
zhōng zhēn
忠贞
loyal and dependable
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 贞
Say “zhēn” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 6 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 贞
Common words and phrases
zhōng zhēn
loyal and dependable
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“贞”。
Zhège zì shì “zhēn”.
This character is “贞”.
我正在学习“贞”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “zhēn” zì.
I am learning the character “贞”.
请写一遍“贞”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “zhēn”.
Please write “贞” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 贞?
贞 is written with 6 strokes.
What does 贞 (zhēn) mean?
贞 (zhēn) means chaste.
What is the radical of 贞?
The radical of 贞 is ⺊, associated with Not yet classified.