COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 郑 is built
Traditional etymology note: A city 阝 guarding a pass 关
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How to Write 郑 (zhèng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
the name of a state in the Zhou dynasty in the vicinity of present-day Xinzheng 新鄭|新郑[Xin1zheng4], a county-level city in Henan
zhèngTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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zhèng
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the name of a state in the Zhou dynasty in the vicinity of present-day Xinzheng 新鄭|新郑[Xin1zheng4], a county-level city in Henan
Common words
zhèng zhòng
郑重
serious; solemn; earnest; conscientious
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 郑
Say “zhèng” 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 郑
Common words and phrases
zhèng zhòng
serious; solemn; earnest; conscientious
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 郑?
郑 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 郑 (zhèng) mean?
郑 (zhèng) means the name of a state in the Zhou dynasty in the vicinity of present-day Xinzheng 新鄭|新郑[Xin1zheng4], a county-level city in Henan.
What is the radical of 郑?
The radical of 郑 is 阝, associated with Not yet classified.