COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 层 is built
Traditional etymology note: Simplified form of 層; 曾 provides the pronunciation
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How to Write 层 (céng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to pile on top of one another
céngTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’
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céng
层
to pile on top of one another
Common words
céng cì
层次
layer; level; gradation; arrangement of ideas
céng miàn
层面
aspect; facet; level (political, psychological, spiritual etc); (geology) bedding plane
gāo céng
高层
high-rise; high level; high class
dǐ céng
底层
ground floor; first floor; lowest level; lowest rung (of society etc)
jī céng
基层
basic level; grassroots unit; basement layer
jiē céng
阶层
social class
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 层
Say “céng” 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
céng cì
layer; level; gradation; arrangement of ideas
céng miàn
aspect; facet; level (political, psychological, spiritual etc); (geology) bedding plane
gāo céng
high-rise; high level; high class
dǐ céng
ground floor; first floor; lowest level; lowest rung (of society etc)
jī céng
basic level; grassroots unit; basement layer
jiē céng
social class
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 层?
层 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 层 (céng) mean?
层 (céng) means to pile on top of one another.
What is the radical of 层?
The radical of 层 is 尸, associated with Not yet classified.