COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 靈 is built
靈 can be remembered by breaking it into 雨 + 口 + 口 + 口 + 巫. Study each component first, then connect them in the character’s top-middle-bottom structure.
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How to Write 靈 (líng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
spirit, soul; spiritual world
língTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 24 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
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靈
spirit, soul; spiritual world
Common words
líng
靈
spirit, soul; spiritual world
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 靈
Say “líng” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 24 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
líng
spirit, soul; spiritual world
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 靈?
靈 is written with 24 strokes.
What does 靈 (líng) mean?
靈 (líng) means spirit, soul; spiritual world.
What is the radical of 靈?
The radical of 靈 is 雨, associated with Not yet classified.