COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
Understanding 鼎
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Use the stroke animation above to study the character’s complete form.
Traditional etymology note: A cauldron on its bronze tripod
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How to Write 鼎 (dǐng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
ancient cooking cauldron with two looped handles and three or four legs
dǐngTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 12 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
dǐng
鼎
ancient cooking cauldron with two looped handles and three or four legs
Common words
dà míng dǐng dǐng
大名鼎鼎
grand reputation; renowned; famous
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 鼎
Say “dǐng” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 12 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 鼎
Common words and phrases
dà míng dǐng dǐng
grand reputation; renowned; famous
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“鼎”。
Zhège zì shì “dǐng”.
This character is “鼎”.
我正在学习“鼎”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “dǐng” zì.
I am learning the character “鼎”.
请写一遍“鼎”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “dǐng”.
Please write “鼎” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 鼎?
鼎 is written with 12 strokes.
What does 鼎 (dǐng) mean?
鼎 (dǐng) means ancient cooking cauldron with two looped handles and three or four legs.
What is the radical of 鼎?
The radical of 鼎 is 鼎, associated with Not yet classified.