COMPONENTS & ETYMOLOGY
How 签 is built
Traditional etymology note: ⺮ (bamboo) suggests the meaning, while 佥 suggests the pronunciation.
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How to Write 签 (qiān) — Chinese Character Stroke Order, Meaning & Practice Sheet
to sign one's name
qiānTone 1 (High)Keep your pitch high and level.
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STROKE BY STROKE
Static stroke diagrams
Follow all 13 strokes in the correct order.
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StrokeSheetCharacter Writing Worksheet
qiān
签
to sign one's name
Common words
qiān zhèng
签证
visa; to issue a visa
qiān dìng
签订
to agree to and sign (a treaty etc)
qiān míng
签名
to sign (one's name with a pen etc); to autograph; signature
qiān zì
签字
to sign (one's name); signature
biāo qiān
标签
label; tag; (computing) tab (GUI element)
chōu qiān
抽签
to perform divination with sticks; to draw lots; a ballot (in share dealing)
Follow the stroke order, then write it on your own.
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LEARNING TIP
Remember 签
Say “qiān” aloud as you replay the animation. Then hide the model and write the 13 strokes from memory. Short, repeated practice builds a stronger visual and motor connection.
Practice on CanvasWORDS WITH 签
Common words and phrases
qiān zhèng
visa; to issue a visa
qiān dìng
to agree to and sign (a treaty etc)
qiān míng
to sign (one's name with a pen etc); to autograph; signature
qiān zì
to sign (one's name); signature
biāo qiān
label; tag; (computing) tab (GUI element)
chōu qiān
to perform divination with sticks; to draw lots; a ballot (in share dealing)
IN CONTEXT
Example sentences
这个字是“签”。
Zhège zì shì “qiān”.
This character is “签”.
我正在学习“签”字。
Wǒ zhèngzài xuéxí “qiān” zì.
I am learning the character “签”.
请写一遍“签”。
Qǐng xiě yí biàn “qiān”.
Please write “签” once.
Frequently asked questions
How many strokes are in 签?
签 is written with 13 strokes.
What does 签 (qiān) mean?
签 (qiān) means to sign one's name.
What is the radical of 签?
The radical of 签 is ⺮, associated with Not yet classified.