COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 列 is built
Traditional etymology note: 刂 (line) suggests the meaning, while the phonetic component suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 列 (liè) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to arrange
lièTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
liè
列
to arrange
Common words
liè chē
列车
(railway) train
pái liè
排列
to arrange in order; (math.) permutation
xì liè
系列
series; set
bìng liè
并列
to stand side by side; to be juxtaposed
chén liè
陈列
to display; to exhibit
háng liè
行列
formation; array; (fig.) ranks (as in "join the ranks of ...")
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 列
Say “liè” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 6 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 列
Common words and phrases
liè chē
(railway) train
pái liè
to arrange in order; (math.) permutation
xì liè
series; set
bìng liè
to stand side by side; to be juxtaposed
chén liè
to display; to exhibit
háng liè
formation; array; (fig.) ranks (as in "join the ranks of ...")
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 列?
列 is written with 6 strokes.
What does 列 (liè) mean?
列 (liè) means to arrange.
What is the radical of 列?
The radical of 列 is 刂, associated with Not yet classified.