COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 叮 is built
Traditional etymology note: 口 (mouth) suggests the meaning, while 丁 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 叮 (dīng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to sting or bite (of mosquito, bee etc)
dīngTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 5 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
dīng
叮
to sting or bite (of mosquito, bee etc)
Common words
dīng zhǔ
叮嘱
to warn repeatedly; to urge; to exhort again and again
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 叮
Say “dīng” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 5 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 叮
Common words and phrases
dīng zhǔ
to warn repeatedly; to urge; to exhort again and again
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 叮?
叮 is written with 5 strokes.
What does 叮 (dīng) mean?
叮 (dīng) means to sting or bite (of mosquito, bee etc).
What is the radical of 叮?
The radical of 叮 is 口, associated with Not yet classified.