COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 返 is built
Traditional etymology note: To walk 辶 backwards 反; 反 also provides the pronunciation
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How to Write 返 (fǎn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to return (to)
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 7 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
fǎn
返
to return (to)
Common words
fǎn huí
返回
to return to; to come (or go) back
wǎng fǎn
往返
to go back and forth; to go to and fro; to do a round trip
chóng fǎn
重返
to return to
fǎn huán
返还
restitution; return of something to its original owner; remittance
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 返
Say “fǎn” 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.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 返
Common words and phrases
fǎn huí
to return to; to come (or go) back
wǎng fǎn
to go back and forth; to go to and fro; to do a round trip
chóng fǎn
to return to
fǎn huán
restitution; return of something to its original owner; remittance
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“返”。
Zhège zì shì “fǎn”.
This character is “返”.
我正在学习“返”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “fǎn” zì.
I am learning the character “返”.
请写一遍“返”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “fǎn”.
Please write “返” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 返?
返 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 返 (fǎn) mean?
返 (fǎn) means to return (to).
What is the radical of 返?
The radical of 返 is 辶, associated with Not yet classified.