COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 坑 is built
Traditional etymology note: 土 (earth) suggests the meaning, while 亢 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 坑 (kēng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
pit; depression; hollow
kēngTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 7 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
kēng
坑
pit; depression; hollow
Common words
kēng
坑
pit; depression; hollow; tunnel; hole in the ground; (archaic) to bury alive; to hoodwink; to cheat (sb)
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 坑
Say “kēng” 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
kēng
pit; depression; hollow; tunnel; hole in the ground; (archaic) to bury alive; to hoodwink; to cheat (sb)
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“坑”。
Zhège zì shì “kēng”.
This character is “坑”.
我正在学习“坑”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “kēng” zì.
I am learning the character “坑”.
请写一遍“坑”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “kēng”.
Please write “坑” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 坑?
坑 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 坑 (kēng) mean?
坑 (kēng) means pit; depression; hollow.
What is the radical of 坑?
The radical of 坑 is 土, associated with Not yet classified.