COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 坎 is built
Traditional etymology note: 土 (earth) suggests the meaning, while 欠 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 坎 (kǎn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
pit
kǎnTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 7 strokes in the correct order.
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kǎn
坎
pit
Common words
kǎn kě
坎坷
(of a road) bumpy; (of life) rough; to be down on one's luck; to be full of frustrations and dashed hopes
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 坎
Say “kǎn” 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.
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Common words and phrases
kǎn kě
(of a road) bumpy; (of life) rough; to be down on one's luck; to be full of frustrations and dashed hopes
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 坎?
坎 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 坎 (kǎn) mean?
坎 (kǎn) means pit.
What is the radical of 坎?
The radical of 坎 is 土, associated with Not yet classified.