COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
Understanding 斷
Detailed component breakdown coming soon
Use the stroke animation above to study the character’s complete form.
Traditional etymology note: Threads 幺 severed 一 by an axe 斤
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How to Write 斷 (duàn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to sever, to cut off, to interrupt
duànTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 18 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
duàn
斷
to sever, to cut off, to interrupt
Common words
duàn
斷
to sever, to cut off, to interrupt
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 斷
Say “duàn” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 18 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 斷
Common words and phrases
duàn
to sever, to cut off, to interrupt
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“斷”。
Zhège zì shì “duàn”.
This character is “斷”.
我正在学习“斷”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “duàn” zì.
I am learning the character “斷”.
请写一遍“斷”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “duàn”.
Please write “斷” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 斷?
斷 is written with 18 strokes.
What does 斷 (duàn) mean?
斷 (duàn) means to sever, to cut off, to interrupt.
What is the radical of 斷?
The radical of 斷 is 斤, associated with Not yet classified.