COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
Understanding 囪
Detailed component breakdown coming soon
Use the stroke animation above to study the character’s complete form.
Traditional etymology note: A fire burning and giving off smoke
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How to Write 囪 (cōng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
chimney
cōngTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 7 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
cōng
囪
chimney
Common words
cōng
囪
chimney
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 囪
Say “cōng” 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 囪
Common words and phrases
cōng
chimney
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“囪”。
Zhège zì shì “cōng”.
This character is “囪”.
我正在学习“囪”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “cōng” zì.
I am learning the character “囪”.
请写一遍“囪”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “cōng”.
Please write “囪” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 囪?
囪 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 囪 (cōng) mean?
囪 (cōng) means chimney.
What is the radical of 囪?
The radical of 囪 is 囗, associated with Not yet classified.