COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 但 is built
Traditional etymology note: 亻 suggests the meaning, while 旦 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 但 (dàn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
but; yet; however; still
dànTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
dàn
但
but; yet; however; still
Common words
dàn shì
但是
but; however
bú dàn
不但
not only (... but also ...)
dàn yuàn
但愿
if only (sth were possible); I wish (that)
fēi dàn
非但
not only
dàn
但
but; yet; however; still; merely; only; just
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 但
Say “dàn” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 7 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 但
Common words and phrases
dàn shì
but; however
bú dàn
not only (... but also ...)
dàn yuàn
if only (sth were possible); I wish (that)
fēi dàn
not only
dàn
but; yet; however; still; merely; only; just
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“但”。
Zhège zì shì “dàn”.
This character is “但”.
我正在学习“但”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “dàn” zì.
I am learning the character “但”.
请写一遍“但”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “dàn”.
Please write “但” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 但?
但 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 但 (dàn) mean?
但 (dàn) means but; yet; however; still.
What is the radical of 但?
The radical of 但 is 亻, associated with Not yet classified.