COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 强 is built
Traditional etymology note: 弓 (bow) suggests the meaning, while 虫 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 强 (qiáng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
strong
qiángTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 12 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
qiáng
强
strong
Common words
jiā qiáng
加强
to reinforce; to strengthen; to enhance
jiān qiáng
坚强
staunch; strong
qiáng dà
强大
big and strong; formidable; powerful
qiáng diào
强调
to emphasize (a statement); to stress
qiáng dù
强度
strength; intensity
qiáng liè
强烈
strong; intense
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
强
强
强
强
强
强
强
强
LEARNING TIP
Remember 强
Say “qiáng” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 12 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 强
Common words and phrases
jiā qiáng
to reinforce; to strengthen; to enhance
jiān qiáng
staunch; strong
qiáng dà
big and strong; formidable; powerful
qiáng diào
to emphasize (a statement); to stress
qiáng dù
strength; intensity
qiáng liè
strong; intense
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“强”。
Zhège zì shì “qiáng”.
This character is “强”.
我正在学习“强”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “qiáng” zì.
I am learning the character “强”.
请写一遍“强”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “qiáng”.
Please write “强” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 强?
强 is written with 12 strokes.
What does 强 (qiáng) mean?
强 (qiáng) means strong.
What is the radical of 强?
The radical of 强 is 弓, associated with Not yet classified.