COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
Understanding 焉
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Use the stroke animation above to study the character’s complete form.
Traditional etymology note: A bird 鳥 with a strange head
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How to Write 焉 (yān) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 11 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
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Common words
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Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 焉
Say “yān” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 11 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 焉
Common words and phrases
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IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“焉”。
Zhège zì shì “yān”.
This character is “焉”.
我正在学习“焉”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “yān” zì.
I am learning the character “焉”.
请写一遍“焉”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “yān”.
Please write “焉” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 焉?
焉 is written with 11 strokes.
What does 焉 (yān) mean?
焉 (yān) means where.
What is the radical of 焉?
The radical of 焉 is 灬, associated with Not yet classified.