COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 险 is built
Traditional etymology note: 阝 (hill) suggests the meaning, while 佥 suggests the pronunciation.
More “xian” characters →Link copied to clipboard!
How to Write 险 (xiǎn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
danger
xiǎnTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
Loading stroke data…
Loading handwriting practice…
Save or share this character guide
Link copied to clipboard!
STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 9 strokes in the correct order.
Download PDF
StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
xiǎn
险
danger
Common words
wēi xiǎn
危险
danger; dangerous
bǎo xiǎn
保险
insurance; to insure; safe; secure
fēng xiǎn
风险
risk; hazard
mào xiǎn
冒险
to take risks; to take chances; foray; adventure
jiān xiǎn
艰险
difficult and dangerous; hardships and perils
jīng xiǎn
惊险
perilous; touch-and-go; nerve-racking; suspenseful
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
险
险
险
险
险
险
险
险
LEARNING TIP
Remember 险
Say “xiǎn” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 9 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 险
Common words and phrases
wēi xiǎn
danger; dangerous
bǎo xiǎn
insurance; to insure; safe; secure
fēng xiǎn
risk; hazard
mào xiǎn
to take risks; to take chances; foray; adventure
jiān xiǎn
difficult and dangerous; hardships and perils
jīng xiǎn
perilous; touch-and-go; nerve-racking; suspenseful
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“险”。
Zhège zì shì “xiǎn”.
This character is “险”.
我正在学习“险”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “xiǎn” zì.
I am learning the character “险”.
请写一遍“险”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “xiǎn”.
Please write “险” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 险?
险 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 险 (xiǎn) mean?
险 (xiǎn) means danger.
What is the radical of 险?
The radical of 险 is 阝, associated with Not yet classified.