COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 甸 is built
Traditional etymology note: 勹 (wrap) suggests the meaning, while 田 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 甸 (diàn) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
suburbs or outskirts
diànTone 4 (Falling)Drop your pitch sharply and firmly.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 7 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
diàn
甸
suburbs or outskirts
Common words
chén diàn diàn
沉甸甸
heavy
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
甸
甸
甸
甸
甸
甸
甸
甸
LEARNING TIP
Remember 甸
Say “diàn” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 7 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
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Common words and phrases
chén diàn diàn
heavy
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 甸?
甸 is written with 7 strokes.
What does 甸 (diàn) mean?
甸 (diàn) means suburbs or outskirts.
What is the radical of 甸?
The radical of 甸 is 田, associated with Not yet classified.