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How to Write 辰 (chén) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet

5th earthly branch: 7-9 a.m., 3rd solar month (5th April-4th May), year of the Dragon

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STROKE BY STROKE

Static stroke diagrams

Follow all 7 strokes in the correct order.

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chén

5th earthly branch: 7-9 a.m., 3rd solar month (5th April-4th May), year of the Dragon

Common words

dàn chén

诞辰

birthday

Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY

Understanding 辰

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Use the stroke animation above to study the character’s complete form.

A verified component breakdown for 辰 is not available yet. Focus on its 7-stroke sequence, overall shape, and pronunciation “chén” while practicing.

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LEARNING TIP

Remember 辰

Say “chén” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 7 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.

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WORDS WITH 辰

Common words and phrases

诞辰

dàn chén

birthday

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IN CONTEXT

Example sentences

这个字是“辰”。

Zhège zì shì “chén”.

This character is “辰”.

我正在学习“辰”字。

Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “chén” zì.

I am learning the character “辰”.

请写一遍“辰”。

Qǐng xiě yí biàn “chén”.

Please write “辰” once.

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Frequently asked questions

How many strokes are in 辰?

辰 is written with 7 strokes.

What does 辰 (chén) mean?

辰 (chén) means 5th earthly branch: 7-9 a.m., 3rd solar month (5th April-4th May), year of the Dragon.

What is the radical of 辰?

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