COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 吋 is built
Traditional etymology note: A foreign 口 inch 寸; 寸 also provides the pronunciation
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How to Write 吋 (cùn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
inch (English)
cùnTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 6 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
cùn
吋
inch (English)
Common words
cùn
吋
inch (English)
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 吋
Say “cùn” 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 吋
Common words and phrases
cùn
inch (English)
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 吋?
吋 is written with 6 strokes.
What does 吋 (cùn) mean?
吋 (cùn) means inch (English).
What is the radical of 吋?
The radical of 吋 is 口, associated with Not yet classified.