COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 鲜 is built
Traditional etymology note: 鱼 (fish) suggests the meaning, while 羊 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 鲜 (xiān) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
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xiānTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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Follow all 14 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
xiān
鲜
fresh
Common words
xīn xiān
新鲜
fresh (experience, food etc); freshness; novel; uncommon
xiān huā
鲜花
flower; fresh flowers
hǎi xiān
海鲜
seafood
xiān míng
鲜明
(of colors) bright; fresh and clear; clear-cut; distinct
xiān yàn
鲜艳
bright-colored; gaily-colored
bǎo xiān
保鲜
to keep fresh
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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鲜
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 鲜
Say “xiān” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 14 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 鲜
Common words and phrases
xīn xiān
fresh (experience, food etc); freshness; novel; uncommon
xiān huā
flower; fresh flowers
hǎi xiān
seafood
xiān míng
(of colors) bright; fresh and clear; clear-cut; distinct
xiān yàn
bright-colored; gaily-colored
bǎo xiān
to keep fresh
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 鲜?
鲜 is written with 14 strokes.
What does 鲜 (xiān) mean?
鲜 (xiān) means fresh.
What is the radical of 鲜?
The radical of 鲜 is 鱼, associated with Not yet classified.