COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 震 is built
Traditional etymology note: 雨 (rain) suggests the meaning, while 辰 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 震 (zhèn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to shake
zhènTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 15 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
zhèn
震
to shake
Common words
dì zhèn
地震
earthquake
zhèn dàng
震荡
to shake up; to jolt; to vibrate; to oscillate
zhèn dòng
震动
to shake; to vibrate; to strongly affect; shock
zhèn hàn
震撼
to shake; to shock; to stun; shocking
zhèn jīng
震惊
to shock; to astonish
zhèn
震
to shake; to vibrate; to jolt; to quake
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 震
Say “zhèn” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 15 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
dì zhèn
earthquake
zhèn dàng
to shake up; to jolt; to vibrate; to oscillate
zhèn dòng
to shake; to vibrate; to strongly affect; shock
zhèn hàn
to shake; to shock; to stun; shocking
zhèn jīng
to shock; to astonish
zhèn
to shake; to vibrate; to jolt; to quake
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 震?
震 is written with 15 strokes.
What does 震 (zhèn) mean?
震 (zhèn) means to shake.
What is the radical of 震?
The radical of 震 is 雨, associated with Not yet classified.