COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 枉 is built
Traditional etymology note: 木 (wood) suggests the meaning, while 王 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 枉 (wǎng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to twist
wǎngTone 3 (Dipping)Let your pitch fall, then rise.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
wǎng
枉
to twist
Common words
yuān wǎng
冤枉
to accuse wrongly; to treat unjustly; injustice; wronged
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
枉
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 枉
Say “wǎng” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 8 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
yuān wǎng
to accuse wrongly; to treat unjustly; injustice; wronged
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“枉”。
Zhège zì shì “wǎng”.
This character is “枉”.
我正在学习“枉”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “wǎng” zì.
I am learning the character “枉”.
请写一遍“枉”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “wǎng”.
Please write “枉” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 枉?
枉 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 枉 (wǎng) mean?
枉 (wǎng) means to twist.
What is the radical of 枉?
The radical of 枉 is 木, associated with Not yet classified.