COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 撐 is built
Traditional etymology note: 扌 (hand) suggests the meaning, while 牚 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 撐 (chēng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to support, to prop up, to brace; overflowing
chēngTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 15 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
chēng
撐
to support, to prop up, to brace; overflowing
Common words
chēng
撐
to support, to prop up, to brace; overflowing
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 撐
Say “chēng” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 15 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
chēng
to support, to prop up, to brace; overflowing
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“撐”。
Zhège zì shì “chēng”.
This character is “撐”.
我正在学习“撐”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “chēng” zì.
I am learning the character “撐”.
请写一遍“撐”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “chēng”.
Please write “撐” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 撐?
撐 is written with 15 strokes.
What does 撐 (chēng) mean?
撐 (chēng) means to support, to prop up, to brace; overflowing.
What is the radical of 撐?
The radical of 撐 is 扌, associated with Not yet classified.