COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 犴 is built
Traditional etymology note: 犭 (dog) suggests the meaning, while 干 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 犴 (àn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
jail
ànTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
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Follow all 6 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
àn
犴
jail
Common words
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犴
jail
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 犴
Say “àn” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 6 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 犴
Common words and phrases
àn
jail
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 犴?
犴 is written with 6 strokes.
What does 犴 (àn) mean?
犴 (àn) means jail.
What is the radical of 犴?
The radical of 犴 is 犭, associated with Not yet classified.