COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 旦 is built
Traditional etymology note: The sun 日 rising over the horizon 一
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How to Write 旦 (dàn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
(literary) dawn; daybreak
dànTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
dàn
旦
(literary) dawn; daybreak
Common words
yí dàn
一旦
in case (sth happens); if; once (sth happens, then...); when
yuán dàn
元旦
New Year's Day
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 旦
Say “dàn” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 5 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 旦
Common words and phrases
yí dàn
in case (sth happens); if; once (sth happens, then...); when
yuán dàn
New Year's Day
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 旦?
旦 is written with 5 strokes.
What does 旦 (dàn) mean?
旦 (dàn) means (literary) dawn; daybreak.
What is the radical of 旦?
The radical of 旦 is 日, associated with Not yet classified.