COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 沾 is built
Traditional etymology note: 氵 (water) suggests the meaning, while 占 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 沾 (zhān) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to moisten
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 8 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
zhān
沾
to moisten
Common words
zhān guāng
沾光
to bask in the light; fig. to benefit from association with sb or sth; reflected glory
zhān
沾
to moisten; to be infected by; to receive benefit or advantage through a contact; to touch
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
沾
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沾
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沾
LEARNING TIP
Remember 沾
Say “zhān” 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.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 沾
Common words and phrases
zhān guāng
to bask in the light; fig. to benefit from association with sb or sth; reflected glory
zhān
to moisten; to be infected by; to receive benefit or advantage through a contact; to touch
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“沾”。
Zhège zì shì “zhān”.
This character is “沾”.
我正在学习“沾”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “zhān” zì.
I am learning the character “沾”.
请写一遍“沾”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “zhān”.
Please write “沾” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 沾?
沾 is written with 8 strokes.
What does 沾 (zhān) mean?
沾 (zhān) means to moisten.
What is the radical of 沾?
The radical of 沾 is 氵, associated with Not yet classified.