COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 赞 is built
Traditional etymology note: 贝 (money) suggests the meaning, while 兟 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 赞 (zàn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to patronize
zànTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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zàn
赞
to patronize
Common words
chēng zàn
称赞
to praise; to acclaim; to commend; to compliment
diǎn zàn
点赞
to like; to upvote (on social media)
zàn chéng
赞成
to approve; to endorse; (literary) to assist
zàn shǎng
赞赏
to admire; to praise; to appreciate
zàn tóng
赞同
to approve of; to endorse; (vote) in favor
zàn měi
赞美
to admire; to praise; to eulogize
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 赞
Say “zàn” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 16 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
chēng zàn
to praise; to acclaim; to commend; to compliment
diǎn zàn
to like; to upvote (on social media)
zàn chéng
to approve; to endorse; (literary) to assist
zàn shǎng
to admire; to praise; to appreciate
zàn tóng
to approve of; to endorse; (vote) in favor
zàn měi
to admire; to praise; to eulogize
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 赞?
赞 is written with 16 strokes.
What does 赞 (zàn) mean?
赞 (zàn) means to patronize.
What is the radical of 赞?
The radical of 赞 is 贝, associated with Not yet classified.