COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 陰 is built
Traditional etymology note: The shaded side of a hill 阝; 侌 provides the pronunciation
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How to Write 陰 (yīn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
the female principle; dark, shaded; hidden, implicit, secret
yīnTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
yīn
陰
the female principle; dark, shaded; hidden, implicit, secret
Common words
yīn
陰
the female principle; dark, shaded; hidden, implicit, secret
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 陰
Say “yīn” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 10 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
yīn
the female principle; dark, shaded; hidden, implicit, secret
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 陰?
陰 is written with 10 strokes.
What does 陰 (yīn) mean?
陰 (yīn) means the female principle; dark, shaded; hidden, implicit, secret.
What is the radical of 陰?
The radical of 陰 is 阝, associated with Not yet classified.