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How to Write 永 (yǒng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet

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STROKE BY STROKE

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Follow all 5 strokes in the correct order.

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yǒng

forever

Common words

yǒng yuǎn

永远

forever; eternal

yǒng héng

永恒

eternal; everlasting; fig. to pass into eternity (i.e. to die)

yǒng jiǔ

永久

everlasting; perpetual; lasting; forever

Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY

Understanding 永

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Use the stroke animation above to study the character’s complete form.

A verified component breakdown for 永 is not available yet. Focus on its 5-stroke sequence, overall shape, and pronunciation “yǒng” while practicing.

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LEARNING TIP

Remember 永

Say “yǒng” 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.

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WORDS WITH 永

Common words and phrases

永远

yǒng yuǎn

forever; eternal

永恒

yǒng héng

eternal; everlasting; fig. to pass into eternity (i.e. to die)

永久

yǒng jiǔ

everlasting; perpetual; lasting; forever

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IN CONTEXT

Example sentences

这个字是“永”。

Zhège zì shì “yǒng”.

This character is “永”.

我正在学习“永”字。

Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “yǒng” zì.

I am learning the character “永”.

请写一遍“永”。

Qǐng xiě yí biàn “yǒng”.

Please write “永” once.

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Frequently asked questions

How many strokes are in 永?

永 is written with 5 strokes.

What does 永 (yǒng) mean?

永 (yǒng) means forever.

What is the radical of 永?

The radical of 永 is 水, associated with Not yet classified.