COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 鬃 is built
Traditional etymology note: 髟 (hair) suggests the meaning, while 宗 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 鬃 (zōng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
bristles
zōngTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 18 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
zōng
鬃
bristles
Common words
zōng
鬃
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Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 鬃
Say “zōng” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 18 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 鬃
Common words and phrases
zōng
bristles
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“鬃”。
Zhège zì shì “zōng”.
This character is “鬃”.
我正在学习“鬃”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “zōng” zì.
I am learning the character “鬃”.
请写一遍“鬃”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “zōng”.
Please write “鬃” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 鬃?
鬃 is written with 18 strokes.
What does 鬃 (zōng) mean?
鬃 (zōng) means bristles.
What is the radical of 鬃?
The radical of 鬃 is 髟, associated with Not yet classified.