COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 玲 is built
Traditional etymology note: 王 (jade) suggests the meaning, while 令 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 玲 (líng) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
(onom.) ting-a-ling (in compounds such as 玎玲 or 玲瓏|玲珑)
língTone 2 (Rising)Pitch goes up like asking ‘What?’
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 9 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
líng
玲
(onom.) ting-a-ling (in compounds such as 玎玲 or 玲瓏|玲珑)
Common words
líng
玲
(onom.) ting-a-ling (in compounds such as 玎玲 or 玲瓏|玲珑)
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 玲
Say “líng” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 9 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 玲
Common words and phrases
líng
(onom.) ting-a-ling (in compounds such as 玎玲 or 玲瓏|玲珑)
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“玲”。
Zhège zì shì “líng”.
This character is “玲”.
我正在学习“玲”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “líng” zì.
I am learning the character “玲”.
请写一遍“玲”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “líng”.
Please write “玲” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 玲?
玲 is written with 9 strokes.
What does 玲 (líng) mean?
玲 (líng) means (onom.) ting-a-ling (in compounds such as 玎玲 or 玲瓏|玲珑).
What is the radical of 玲?
The radical of 玲 is 王, associated with Not yet classified.