COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 郎 is built
Traditional etymology note: A man from a good 良 place 阝; 良 also provides the pronunciation
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How to Write 郎 (láng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
(arch.) minister
lángTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
láng
郎
(arch.) minister
Common words
xīn láng
新郎
bridegroom; groom
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 郎
Say “láng” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 8 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 郎
Common words and phrases
xīn láng
bridegroom; groom
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“郎”。
Zhège zì shì “láng”.
This character is “郎”.
我正在学习“郎”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “láng” zì.
I am learning the character “郎”.
请写一遍“郎”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “láng”.
Please write “郎” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 郎?
郎 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 郎 (láng) mean?
郎 (láng) means (arch.) minister.
What is the radical of 郎?
The radical of 郎 is 阝, associated with Not yet classified.